At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead teaching excellence and foster staff development in a vibrant school community.
- Company: Join Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, part of Sydney Catholic Schools.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, salary packaging, discounts on school fees, and health initiatives.
- Other info: Supportive environment with strong professional learning and career pathways.
- Why this job: Make a daily impact on students' lives while growing your leadership career.
- Qualifications: Postgraduate or Master’s in Leadership, Religion, Theology, or Education required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Miranda is a Newman Selective school where faith is at the heart of learning and community life. Students thrive in contemporary, interactive learning spaces, expansive outdoor play areas, and a nurturing environment.
As an Assistant Principal, you will join a connected school community built on strong partnerships with families, staff and Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Miranda. This is an opportunity to lead a school that values academic excellence, student wellbeing, and the development of confident, compassionate, and faith-filled learners.
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary with up to $15,900 in salary packaging
- Up to 25% discount on school fees for SCS parents
- Continuous learning and formation
- Career and development pathways for leaders
- Health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport, voice care programs, advice on nutrition and free annual flu shots
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- A wide range of further rewards and benefits.
About the Role
As Assistant Principal, you will lead teaching excellence, foster staff development, and build a strong school community. You will need excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Requirements of the role:
- Postgraduate or Master’s in Leadership, Religion, Theology, or Education
- Ability to drive a high-performance, improvement-focused school culture
- Able to lead with Gospel values and contribute to the Church’s mission
- Experienced in overseeing staff induction, development, and performance
- Promotes religious leadership and parish partnerships
- An exemplary classroom practitioner with the ability to model and lead effective teaching and learning strategies
- Skilled at strengthening school and system-wide networks
- The requirements of Category E in the Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach and Lead or agree to meet these requirements in your first contract term
- Experience leading school-wide Positive Behaviours for Learning practices
- Experience in leading data informed instructional coaching cycles to drive measurable improvement
- Experience in diverse learning, collaborating with staff to differentiate teaching and learning programs to meet the needs of students across a range of disabilities, with a strong knowledge of NCCD regulatory requirements and evidence-based practices
- Experience or qualifications in gifted education and EALD (desirable).
All Assistant Principal roles are a promotional appointment + full-time, permanent teaching position. We welcome all applications from internal and external candidates.
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.
SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.
Assistant Principal in Sydney employer: Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
At Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Miranda, we pride ourselves on being a nurturing and inclusive community where faith and education go hand in hand. As an Assistant Principal, you will benefit from a supportive environment that fosters professional growth, offers competitive salaries with generous salary packaging, and provides access to health and wellbeing initiatives. Join us in shaping confident, compassionate learners while enjoying a fulfilling career in one of NSW's largest Catholic education communities.
Contact Details:
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Recruitment Team
