Principal - Catholic Primary school - Far West rural NSW - 2027
- Provide visionary leadership to foster a culture of excellence and inclusion.
- Support and develop high-performing teaching and support staff.
- Manage school operations and ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all students.
Principal - Catholic Primary school in rural NSW
Term 1, 2027 Start
Full-Time, Permanent
Rural NSW
Competitive Salary Package + Leadership Benefits
Prospero Teaching are proud to be partnering with a well-established Catholic primary school in regional NSW to appoint an exceptional Principal for a permanent leadership position commencing Term 1, 2027.
This welcoming and community-focused school is committed to providing high-quality Catholic education in a nurturing environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to achieve their full potential. With a strong emphasis on faith formation, academic excellence, student wellbeing, and community engagement, the school offers an outstanding opportunity for an experienced educational leader to make a lasting impact.
The opportunity
As Principal, you will provide visionary leadership to foster a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement across all aspects of school life.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the school's strategic direction in alignment with Catholic values and educational priorities
- Promoting a strong culture of faith, learning, wellbeing, and community
- Supporting and developing high-performing teaching and support staff
- Driving excellence in teaching, learning, and student achievement
- Building positive partnerships with students, families, parish members, and the wider community
- Managing school operations, resources, and compliance requirements effectively
- Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students
- Leading school improvement initiatives that enhance educational outcomes and community engagement
About you
You are an inspiring and collaborative leader who:
- Holds relevant teaching qualifications and postgraduate leadership qualifications or equivalent experience
- Is accredited with NESA and holds appropriate leadership accreditation
- Has demonstrated success in educational leadership within a primary school setting
- Possesses a strong understanding of contemporary teaching and learning practices
- Has experience leading and developing staff to achieve outstanding outcomes
- Demonstrates excellent communication, relationship-building, and community engagement skills
- Is committed to student wellbeing, inclusion, and academic excellence
- Actively supports and promotes the Catholic mission and values of the school
Why this school?
- Well-respected Catholic primary school with strong parish connections
- Supportive and engaged school community
- Opportunity to lead a dedicated and experienced team of educators
- Strong focus on faith formation, wellbeing, and student success
- Beautiful rural NSW location offering an excellent lifestyle
- Supportive diocesan leadership and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students, staff, and the wider community
- Long-term leadership opportunity within a values-driven environment
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced educational leader to lead a thriving Catholic primary school and shape the future of a close-knit regional school community.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Ruby Schwarz at Prospero Teaching on ************ or apply today.
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