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Principal, St Paul\'s Catholic Primary School, Gracemere


Company : Catholic Education


Location : Gracemere, Australia


Created : 2025-07-03


Job Type : Full Time


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Principal, St Paul''s Catholic Primary School, Gracemere6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Position: PrincipalLocation: St Paul''s Catholic Primary School, Gracemere (current enrolment approx. 321 students)TEC Range: $210,393 $229,865 (including OSHC Allowance) including 12.75% superannuationTenure: Full TimeCommencing: 19 January 2026Closing Date: Friday, 18 July 2025 5:00pmThis is an exciting leadership opportunity to lead the school community of St Paul''s Catholic Primary School, Gracemere commencing January 2026.St Paul''s Catholic Primary School, Gracemere is part of a system of kindergartens, primary schools and colleges operated by Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton (CEDR) in rural and regional centres from Mackay, south to Bundaberg, and west to Longreach.In your role as Principal, you will be supported by the staff of the Catholic Education Office in the areas of Teaching and Learning, Catholic Identity, Indigenous Education, ICT, Finance, Strategy, Business Development, Human Resources and Student Protection.As Principal at St Paul''s Catholic Primary School, Gracemere, you will report to the Diocesan Director Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton through the Assistant Director: Schools (Rockhampton Region).St Paul''s Catholic Primary School is located in Gracemere, ten kilometres west of the city of Rockhampton. The school was established in 1988 by Bishop Bernard Wallace to service a rapidly growing community and has expanded its programs and facilities to cater for its current enrolment of approximately 321 students from Prep to Year Six.The school motto, ''Living, Loving and Learning'' reflects the vision that ''we endeavour to create an inclusive, compassionate environment in which we live, love and learn.'' The mission is to be a community that witnesses to the values of Christ by respecting and nurturing each person''s talents. St Paul''s Catholic Primary School values community, excellence and opportunity.St Pauls Catholic Primary School strives to be a welcoming community, building positive partnerships with students, families, and the wider community. The school encourages all parents to work in partnership with staff, parish and community to maximise every childs growth and success. Students participate in a wide range of activities including sporting and equestrian events and academic competitions.About The RoleAs Principal, you will lead a team of teachers and staff dedicated to ensuring students are provided with the very best opportunities to achieve their individual potential in a positive, safe and supportive environment.The Principal is the leading educator within the school, inspiring students, staff and members of the community to continuously enhance learning and personal growth while seeking to help others deepen their knowledge and experience of the Catholic faith and their encounter with a loving God.Key Leadership Qualities And CapabilitiesPromotes the Catholic vision in the school''s goals, policies, programs and structuresDisplays 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 provide and receive constructive feedback.We Are Seeking To Appoint a Leader Whois a practising Catholic with a sound understanding of, and commitment to, Catholic educationhas experience of successful leadership in Catholic educationcan foster a culture of inspirational teaching and learning and lead the development and implementation of school improvement initiativeshas the interpersonal skills to build partnerships within the school and with the local communityis willing to provide leadership in the areas of the duty statementcan lead in ways that are consistent with the message of Jesus and the Gospels andCatholic Church teachings, principles and valuesDiocesan policies and directivesCatholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton CharterCatholic Education Mission and Vision Statements, policies, practices and strategic directions.What we offer - in addition to a competitive salary range, the following incentives applySalary packaging optionsSuperannuation of 12.75%RelocationProfessional Renewal LeaveAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)Access to corporate health schemes with either (Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance)Access to Fitness PassportProfessional development and learning opportunitiesMandatory RequirementsRelevant tertiary qualificationsCurrent Queensland College of Teachers RegistrationAustralian work rightsHow To ApplyPlease complete the application form below.Upload a current resume and supporting documentation (inclusive of three referees (your current Principal/Line Manager, a professional referee and your Parish Priest)). Please note, if you are applying as an internal applicant and your current principal or referees will form part of the panel, please provide an alternate referee.Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools.Upload a covering letter (addressed to the Diocesan Director, Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton, Mr Michael McCusker).In no more than 2 A4 pages, address the key criteria below and provide clear evidence of your demonstrated ability to lead a school in the following key leadership areas:Enhancing Catholic ethos and identityLeading teaching and learningDeveloping self and othersLeading improvement, innovation and changeLeading the management of the schoolEngaging and working with the communityPlease refer to the Position Description and A Vision for Christian Leadership in the Diocese of Rockhampton to support your response.Please note that current employees of Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton do not need to supply copies of documentation that we already have on file.Further informationFor a confidential conversation please contact Mr Michael McCusker (Diocesan Director 07 4994 8000).Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services Employment@rok.catholic.edu.auApplications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.Applications close: Friday, 18 July 2025 5:00pm.Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.#bethedifferenceApply NowSeniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEducation and TrainingIndustriesEducation Administration ProgramsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton by 2xGet notified about new Principal jobs in Gracemere, Queensland, Australia.Registrar or Principal House Officer (Orthopaedics)Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia 6 days agoPrincipal HR Advisor - Strategy and ServicesRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoTeacher - Primary - Multiple Opportunities - Coastal Central QueenslandRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 3 days agoRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoCasual TAFE Teacher/Tutor/Marker - Diploma of NursingRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoTeacher - The Arts - Multiple Opportunities - Coastal Central QueenslandRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoTeacher - Health and Physical Education - Multiple Opportunities - Coastal Central QueenslandRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoTeacher - Multiple Opportunities - Mount Morgan State High SchoolRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoTeacher - Multiple Opportunities - Biloela State High SchoolRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoTeacher - Technologies - Multiple Opportunities - Coastal Central QueenslandRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoEOI - Teacher Aide - Waraburra State SchoolRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 2 days agoRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoTeacher - Multiple Opportunities - Toolooa State High School (Gladstone)Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoEOI - Teacher Aide - Waraburra State SchoolRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 7 hours agoTeacher - Secondary - Multiple Opportunities - Glenmore State High SchoolRockhampton, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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