Assistant Principal in Lismore

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools – Lismore NSW

Full time, Permanent

Our Lady Help of Christians Primary School, South Lismore

Assistant Principal – Mission

Position Type: Full-time permanent

Hours / FTE: 1.0 FTE

Commencement date: 28 January 2027

Overview of school: We are a Catholic School catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our heritage lies in the traditions of both the Presentation Sisters and the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart. Following these traditions, we have a special concern for the disadvantaged. We treat each other with respect and compassion to maintain a positive learning environment that promotes the values of Jesus Christ. We strive to provide an environment that nurtures the spiritual, academic and social development of all students. Our Parish School is committed to providing innovative and contemporary learning and teaching for all students. A contemporary learning approach that is personalised, and always responding to the learning needs, interests and experiences of each student. Our aim is to empower students with the knowledge, skills and capacities to respond creatively to the challenges of their world.

Overview of role: Our Lady Help of Christians Primary School, South Lismore serves the evangelising mission of the Catholic Church - to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ. In the Diocese of Lismore, Catholic parish schools have responded to historical, religious and cultural contexts for over 150 years and continue to do so today, in this case, serving the community of South Lismore and its surrounds. In such a community, the beating heart of Catholic education is a shared fidelity to the mission within the local church. In this mission the school aims to form and educate the whole person. This education recognises the innate dignity of the child, made in the image of God. A holistic approach also acknowledges each student’s unique physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual needs.

Applicants must:

• hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
• have full accreditation with NSW Educational Standards Authority (NESA)
• be a practising Catholic who witnesses to Catholic beliefs and practices.

Selection Criteria:

• Relevant teaching and post graduate qualifications at Masters Level in Religious Education / Theology / Pastoral Ministry, or willingness to obtain
• Compliance with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment. This includes beginning appropriate study courses in regards teaching Religious Education (Category D) and Leadership (Category E)
• Broad experience in Religious Education / Pastoral Care and / or Pastoral Ministry and leading collaborative cultures
• Demonstrated ability to integrate Catholic beliefs and practices into all aspects of learning and teaching, including Catholic Social Teaching
• Demonstrated high levels of organisation, communication and problem solving skills
• Experience in leading initiatives that focus on improving mission, engagement and wellbeing outcomes for all students
• Success in building the capacity of teachers for School Evangelisation and discipleship formation
• Demonstrated ability to lead processes to develop effective, engaging and innovative school evangelising community (including Student Evangelisation and Catechesis)
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain inclusive, supportive and safe learning environments.

Your application should address the criteria above. Referee Reports are required from shortlisted candidates who have been invited to interview.

Additional information: Enquiries: ***********@lism.catholic.edu.au

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools. Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.