Deputy Principal (Secondary)

Position: Deputy Principal (Secondary) 
Location: St Catherine's Catholic College, The Whitsundays
Salary Range: $144,480 - $155,529 per annum pending experience
Tenure: Full Time, 5 Year Fixed Term Contract 
Commencing Date: Monday, 15 April 2024 (open to negotiation)
Closing Date: Monday, 26 February 2024

St Catherine's Catholic College, The Whitsundays is a Prep to Year 12 co-educational college, established by the Sisters of Mercy in 1925. The College has vibrant, modern and innovative facilities that create inspired learning spaces for students both within the classroom and outside, allowing teachers to use the right strategies at the right time for their classes.  

About the role

St Catherine's Catholic College, The Whitsundays is seeking an experienced and dedicated Deputy Principal (Secondary) to join the School Leadership Team. This role is a full time, 5 year fixed term contract commencing Term 2, 2024.

The role of Deputy Principal (Secondary) will lead and assist with management of the College in accordance with Catholic Education policies and in consultation with other personnel as appropriate and with due reference to Catholic Education structures, processes and practices. The Deputy Principal will lead the Student Wellbeing Team within the secondary Campus to promote student wellbeing at St Catherine’s Catholic College.

As a member of the Leadership Team, the Deputy Principal assists the Principal in the leadership of the College and, by negotiation, may be expected to assume the delegated role of the Principal in his/her absence.

Leadership presence is described as being present to the College community as an entity and as an individual. The presence of leadership of the Deputy Principal will be enacted through a variety of dynamics including: being physically present, being emotionally present, being spiritually present and being nurturing of the ethos and the story.

Key leadership qualities and capabilities

• Promotes the Catholic vision in the school's goals, policies, programs and structures 
• Demonstrates a commitment to the Catholic faith
• 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 able to provide and receive constructive feedback

What we offer
An attractive remuneration package including:

• Competitive salary range
• Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading
• 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

How to apply
Click on the link above to apply via the Career's Page