EXECUTIVE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools; Vida (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ave Maria College is seeking an Executive Deputy Principal to support the Principal in overall leadership, management and strategic direction. The appointment carries a three-year tenure with an ongoing teaching role and commences on 25 January 2027.

The Executive Deputy Principal will help implement the College’s vision, priorities and drive continuous improvement across college life while upholding Catholic values and the Franciscan heritage.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal in the overall leadership, management and strategic direction of the College.
• Contribute to implementing the College’s vision and priorities and the continuous improvement of all aspects of College life.
• Ensure the educational aims of the College are achieved and that all areas reflect Catholic values and Franciscan heritage.

Job description

Role Description/Criteria

EXECUTIVE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

The leadership appointment will have a three (3) year tenure, with an ongoing teaching position associated with this appointment. The commencement date for the successful applicant is 25 January 2027.

The role of Executive Deputy Principal is to support the Principal in the overall leadership, management and strategic direction of the College. Working closely with the Principal, the Executive Deputy Principal contributes to the implementation of the College’s vision and strategic priorities and supports the continuous improvement of all aspects of College life.The incumbent ensures that the educational aims of the College are achieved and that all areas of College life reflect and uphold the values of our Catholic tradition and the College’s Franciscan heritage and charism.The successful applicant will be supported by the leadership structures within the College, as well as an effective Professional Learning program.

If you require further information, you are invited to contact the Principal, Dane Calleja on 9331 9302 or via email at [e-mail] Applications close 4.00pm Tuesday, 29 September 2026.

Ave Maria College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.

Please read and review the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy found on the Child Safety page of our website.