Principal - Primary School

Management - Schools (Education & Training)
Full time
Position: Principal (Primary)
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 optimismDisplays emotional intelligence in working with individuals and groupsBuilds an inclusive, trusting community and cultivates productive working relationshipsIs an effective coach, able to respond clearly and to provide and receive constructive feedbackWhat we offer
An attractive remuneration package including:
Competitive salary range: $165,502 - $181,053 per annum pending experienceAccommodation assistance offeredAnnual Leave at 17.5% leave loadingProfessional Renewal LeaveSalary packaging options Modern facilities, equipment and resourcesSuperannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (in a co-contribution arrangement)Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous serviceUp to 14 Weeks' paid parental leaveDeferred Salary SchemeCorporate health insurance Induction, professional development and learning opportunitiesWellbeing programs and initiativesLeadership Support For more information about Salary and Benefits (including additional benefits for rural and remote areas), click here . How to apply Please click "Apply" to be taken to our TCEO Careers Page (no registration required)Please complete the application formUpload 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 LeadershipEducational LeadershipStaff and Community LeadershipStrategic and Organisational LeadershipFor a confidential conversation please contact Education Consultant Greg Cameron on 07 4773 0900 Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications close: at 3pm Monday, 4 November 2024. Hear from some of our passionate Principals! Our mission is to provide services to our Catholic school communities which support them in achieving quality outcomes for students and in promoting the ongoing development of Catholic Education. We offer excitement, challenges, an amazing community and a professional, supportive environment. With a network of 29 schools and more than 2,500 staff throughout the Diocese, the Townsville Catholic Diocese offers a diverse range of opportunities.
Under the direction of Bishop Tim Harris, Bishop of the Diocese of Townsville, and organisational leadership of our Executive Director, Jacqui Francis, the Townsville Catholic Education Office (TCEO), a team of more than 70 people, support our schools in various areas of speciality. These include religious education, curriculum, ICT, Indigenous education, counselling, speech pathology, hearing and vision impairment, early years education, employment services, finance, planning and development and marketing.
The Diocese of Townsville covers an area that extends from Proserpine in the south through to Ingham in the north, and also extends west to the Northern Territory border. This includes the major commercial centres of Townsville and Mount Isa and several rural and remote communities including Palm Island.
Whether it be coastal cities and towns, outback communities or a tropical island, Townsville Catholic Education is looking for the best and brightest talent to join our team.
Our mission is to provide services to our Catholic school communities which support them in achieving quality outcomes for students and in promoting the ongoing development of Catholic Education. We offer excitement, challenges, an amazing community and a professional, supportive environment. With a network of 29 schools and more than 2,500 staff throughout the Diocese, the Townsville Catholic Diocese offers a diverse range of opportunities.
Under the direction of Bishop Tim Harris, Bishop of the Diocese of Townsville, and organisational leadership of our Executive Director, Jacqui Francis, the Townsville Catholic Education Office (TCEO), a team of more than 70 people, support our schools in various areas of speciality. These include religious education, curriculum, ICT, Indigenous education, counselling, speech pathology, hearing and vision impairment, early years education, employment services, finance, planning and development and marketing.
The Diocese of Townsville covers an area that extends from Proserpine in the south through to Ingham in the north, and also extends west to the Northern Territory border. This includes the major commercial centres of Townsville and Mount Isa and several rural and remote communities including Palm Island.
Whether it be coastal cities and towns, outback communities or a tropical island, Townsville Catholic Education is looking for the best and brightest talent to join our team.
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