Catholic School Principal in Melbourne

At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS), we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia, operating approximately 300 Catholic schools, employing over 17,000 staff, and serving more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne.

As a Principal, you will lead a joy-filled community where students, staff, and families can flourish within a Catholic context. Your leadership will enable the vision of the school to be realised, creating an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. This role will work in collaboration with MACS, staff members, local Parish Priest, and the broader School community to achieve the identified goals of the School.

St Anthony’s School, Alphington, is a welcoming Catholic primary school with a proud history of providing quality education and supporting its local community since 1917. Today, St Anthony’s provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, comprising 12 classrooms, flexible multi-learning areas, and a renovated playground. Small class sizes enable a personalised approach to learning, allowing the school’s experienced and dedicated staff to respond to the individual needs, interests, and experiences of each student.

St Anthony’s is committed to the holistic development of every child, supporting students’ educational, social, physical, spiritual, and emotional wellbeing. Through fostering a genuine love of learning, the school seeks to equip students with the confidence, skills, and capabilities required to thrive both personally and academically. Student voice and leadership are integral to the school’s approach to education.

St Anthony’s Primary School, Alphington, is a vibrant and welcoming Catholic community with strong connections to its parish and the broader local community. The school highly values parent participation and encourages families to play an active role in school life, contributing to a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment.

The Principal leads a team of approximately 19 staff and a student cohort of 102.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Evidence of strong faith leadership through being an active member in good standing of a Catholic Church community, including Sunday attendance.
• Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including determining and implementing evidence-based learning and teaching programs and school curriculum.
• Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all.
• Displays a strong commitment to enrolment growth, financial stability, and risk mitigation whilst effectively managing resources.
• Demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.
• Shows attributes of justice and compassion in setting high standards for self and others in the leadership of pastoral care.
• Strong coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development.

All applicants are required to submit a copy or record of:

• Certified evidence of Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration or current Digital VIT Registration Card.
• Certified evidence of academic qualifications.
• Current resume.
• Document addressing the Key Selection Criteria limited to four to five pages.
• The names and contact details of three referees including the Catholic Priest of the Parish you regularly attend on a Sunday.

Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire, and maintain a VIT and/or Working with Children Check, and must be willing to obtain and maintain a national criminal history check. Candidates must hold full Australian working rights and provide evidence of this.

COMMENCEMENT DATE: Term 1 2027

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00pm Monday, 26 October 2026