Assistant Principal (Primary)

Assistant Principal (Primary) Catholic Education, Diocese of Wollongong Corrimal full-time, onsite

The Executive Director of Schools for the Diocese of Wollongong is seeking applications from experienced leaders for the Assistant Principal role at St Columbkille's Catholic Parish Primary School, Corrimal. This position is scheduled to commence at the start of the 2027 school year.

Assistant Principals within the Diocese of Wollongong are instrumental in fostering dynamic Catholic school communities. Their work supports students in finding meaning and purpose through continuous growth in faith and improvement in learning.

The role offers access to:

• Comprehensive professional and leadership development programs.
• First-class support from the Catholic Education Office (CEO) across all critical areas, facilitated by a culture of connected autonomy.
• A professional mentor, with funding provided by the CEO.
• An opportunity to contribute to the life, mission, and work of the Catholic faith community.

About the School St Columbkille's, established in 1904, holds a significant and respected history within the Corrimal community. The school's traditions, values, and beliefs are guided by the charism of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop and the Sisters of St Joseph.

The school's vision, ‘Learning together, Shaping futures’, and motto, ‘Christ is the Way’, underscore its dedication to faith, learning, and the development of students who are resilient, assertive, and persistent. St Columbkille's is committed to providing child-centred, contemporary, and innovative learning experiences that cater to individual student needs within a supportive and inclusive environment, challenging them to achieve their full potential.

Essential Criteria To be successful in this role, candidates must demonstrate the ability to:

• Witness to the faith and contribute to the Catholic life and culture of the school community.
• Cultivate a learning culture of shared responsibility for quality teaching and student learning growth, informed by data.
• Build capacity through personal professional development and by supporting staff through access to effective continual professional learning opportunities, providing regular feedback, and managing performance.
• Act strategically to drive school improvement initiatives that align with the school’s vision and strategic plan.
• Ensure school processes comply with system, NESA, and legislative requirements.
• Develop and maintain positive partnerships with students, families, carers, the local church, and the wider school community.

Qualifications

• Current accreditation to teach with NESA.
• Post-graduate study in a relevant discipline (or progress towards completion).
• Accreditation for Senior Leadership in a Catholic School (Category E), as per the ‘Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wollongong’ policy (or a commitment to obtain this within a five-year period).

Working With Children Clearance This role involves child-related work. A working with children clearance must be obtained prior to commencement.

Position Application Your application should comprise:

• A cover letter addressed to the Executive Director of Schools.
• A response to the Essential Criteria, limited to 2-3 pages.
• A resume detailing your professional experience.

For confidential inquiries regarding your application or general interest in this position, please contact Brendan Hall, Team Leader - Talent Acquisition & Employee Services, on 04•• ••• 745.

To submit your application, please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement. Existing CEDoW employees should apply via the Employee Self Service job page.

Closing Date: Sunday, 26 July 2026, at 11:55pm.

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. This commitment is central to all activities undertaken. Every child has the right to be informed, heard, respected, empowered, and to feel safe. As school communities and as individuals, there is a commitment to keeping children and young people safe and to collaborate with them in creating cultures that honour dignity and enhance wellbeing.