• Earn a competitive salary of up to $197,191 + superannuation (commensurate with skills and experience) and enjoy a range of fantastic additional benefits 
• Relocation assistance available to help you make this vibrant regional community your new home
• Future career progression opportunities available throughout the Diocese, including regional and operational leadership roles

Our Mission:

Welcome to Mount St Patrick College, Murwillumbah - a vibrant Catholic educational institution servicing 831 students, set amidst the stunning natural beauty of Northern New South Wales. With a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1926, our college is dedicated to providing an excellent academic environment that nurtures personal growth and fosters a strong sense of community. As a leading Catholic secondary school, we are committed to empowering students to become compassionate, confident, and engaged global citizens. 

We now have a rewarding opportunity available for a School Principal to join our College. Join us in our mission to shape the future leaders of tomorrow through an enriching and transformative educational experience.

Your Next Opportunity:

As the Principal of Mount St Patrick College, you will be at the forefront of driving educational excellence and fostering a supportive environment for both students and staff. Your leadership will empower the school community to achieve academic success while embracing the core values of our Catholic heritage. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape young minds, inspire future leaders, and make a lasting impact on the lives of our students, preparing them to be compassionate, responsible, and purposeful individuals ready to contribute to the wider world.

The Catholic School Principal serves as a Christ-centered leader who models the 'Fullness of Life' framework; "A framework to support our students in Christ to learn well and live well". The Principal will lead across the school community to develop and shape a shared vision for Catholic education, "focused on providing pastoral care at its heart, influenced through leadership that nurtures an optimal learning environment; and promotes authentic family and school partnerships". The Principal has responsibility for supporting and monitoring the learning and growth of committed teachers and setting high standards for students and staff performance, enabling students to achieve the fullness of life. 

For a more thorough list of core duties and responsibilities, click here to view the Position Description for this role.

For more information on the Diocese of Lismore and the Tweed region, click here.

What You’ll Bring to the College:

To be considered for this position, you will ideally have demonstrated prior experience as a secondary school Principal in the Catholic education system. Alternatively, individuals with experience as an Assistant Principal in a large Catholic school setting will also be considered.

Your highly developed communication skills will ensure effective collaboration with stakeholders, including students, parents, teachers, and the wider community, fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. You’ll also have effective interpersonal skills and high-level emotional intelligence, enabling you to build strong relationships and provide empathetic support when necessary.

Additional requirements include:

• Tertiary qualifications in Education, with postgraduate qualifications at Masters level in Education Leadership (including 4 units of Religious Education or postgraduate studies in Theology or Religious Education)
• Demonstrated commitment to the Catholic Ethos, with the ability to provide pastoral references to support your application
• Current NESA accreditation, or ability to obtain prior to commencing employment if relocating from interstate
• Willingness to undergo a Criminal History check and Working with Children Check

The Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary of circa $187,331 - $197,191 p.a. (commensurate with skills and experience) + superannuation, you will receive a range of additional benefits as our next School Principal, including:

• Relocation assistance (if applicable) to help you make the vibrant regional community of Murwillumbah your new home
• The opportunity to join a close-knit learning community that truly values collaboration and fosters a lifelong love of learning in students
• Future opportunities for professional development and career progression throughout the Diocese, e.g. regional leadership, operational leadership, or similar

Ready to Apply?

Are you an experienced Principal or School Principal looking to take the next step in your career? We want to hear from you - apply now!