Location: St Joseph's Catholic School, Mount Isa Salary Range: $165,502 - $181,053 per annum pending experience + $13,140 PAR allowance per annum + IPRASS Allowance + ITAS Allowance + Super Incentives: ITAS and IPRASS Allowances Tenure: Full Time, 4 Year Fixed Term Contract Commencing Date: 13 January 2025 Closing Date: Monday 4 November, 2024
St Joseph's Catholic School, Mount Isa is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 6. Established in 1932 by the Sisters of St Joseph, today the school is a vibrant, multicultural learning community renowned as one of Mount Isa's finest schools for academic, sporting and cultural excellence. St Joseph's Catholic School has a state of the art library and an indoor sport and performing arts building. We provide students with specialist teaching in Music, Drama, Instrumental Music, Physical Education, Science, Environmental Education and Cultural Studies.
Mount Isa is Western Queensland's largest township, it is a vibrant multicultural city, a regional hub for business and is surrounded by a number of natural wonders, all within short driving distances. As a Townsville Catholic Education (TCE) teacher, you will be eligible for our Incentive Payments Remote Area Staff Scheme (IPRASS).
About the role
St Joseph's Catholic School, Mount Isa is seeking an experienced and dedicated Principal. This is a full time, fixed term appointment for 4 years, commencing 13 January 2025 and running through to 13 December 2029.
As Principal, you will lead a team of experienced educators who are dedicated to ensuring our students are provided with the very best opportunities to achieve their individual goals in a positive, safe and supportive environment. In addition, the Townsville Diocese provides support to you through its operational arm, the Townsville Catholic Education Office. This support takes the form of expertise in Learning and Teaching, Catholic Identity, Indigenous Education, School Development and Organisational Services, including, ICT, Finance, Human Resources and Student Protection. The position of Principal provides for the leadership and management of quality Catholic schooling and the growth and development of the Principal in the role. The Principal's call to leadership is a call to respond to the centrality of Jesus Christ and thus serve the Mission of Catholic Education. The Principal is the leading educational professional within the school, inspiring students, staff and members of the community to continuously enhance learning.
Key leadership qualities and capabilities
Promotes the Catholic vision in the school's goals, policies, programs and structures
Displays confidence, curiosity, enthusiasm and optimism
Displays emotional intelligence in working with individuals and groups
Builds an inclusive, trusting community and cultivates productive working relationships
Is an effective coach, able to respond clearly and to provide and receive constructive feedback
What we offer An attractive remuneration package including:
Competitive salary range: $165,502 - $181,053 per annum pending experience
Accommodation assistance offered
ITAS Allowance, IPRASS Incentives
Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading
Professional Renewal Leave
Salary packaging options
Modern facilities, equipment and resources
Superannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (in a co-contribution arrangement)
Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
Up to 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
Deferred Salary Scheme
Corporate health insurance
Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
Wellbeing programs and initiatives
Leadership Support
For more information about Salary and Benefits (including additional benefits for rural and remote areas), clickhere.
How to apply
Please complete the application form
Upload a current resume with contact details of three referees (2 x professional and 1 x Parish Priest)
Upload a cover letter. In no more than two A4 pages, your cover letter must provide clear evidence of your demonstrated ability to lead a school in the following key leadership areas:
Faith and Mission Leadership
Educational Leadership
Staff and Community Leadership
Strategic and Organisational Leadership
Please refer to thePosition Description, Catholic School Leadership Framework and the Qualification and Study Expectations for Positions of Senior Leadershipdocument to support your response.
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For a confidential conversation please contact Education Consultant Greg Cameron on 07 4773 0900
For further information regarding the remuneration package please contact TCEO People and Safety ******
Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications close: at 3pm Monday, 4 November 2024.
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