Principal
Commencing:16 January ****
Employment Type:Full Time, Fixed Term Senior Leadership position (6-year contract)
This position holds a Permanent Substantive Teacher Position within the Cairns Diocese
Salary Range:Paid in accordance as per the Diocese of Cairns, Catholic Education - Principals' Agreement
Closing Date for Applications:5.00pm, Friday 21 August ****
Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process, a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.
St Teresa's School, Ravenshoe
Situated in Ravenshoe, the highest town in Queensland at 920 metres above sea level, St Teresa's School is surrounded by the World Heritage listed rainforest with an abundance of distinctly beautiful wildlife and birds.
The school and parish are named in honour of St Teresa and as a Catholic school, they are passionate about aligning their words and actions in the example of Jesus Christ.
As faith leader, the Catholic principal models faith in action, leading the college community to enact a shared vision that focuses on the provision of a world class education, enriched by the lived encounter with the Catholic faith.
About the Role
As faith leader, the Catholic principal models faith in action, leading the college community to enact a shared vision that focuses on the provision of a world class education, enriched by the lived encounter with the Catholic faith.
For more information about the role please see the following attachments:
Position Description Principal PosD.pdf
Senior Leadership Positions Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in QLD.pdf
Work Requirements
Participation in and commitment to the sacramental life of the Church
Understanding and commitment to education in the Catholic tradition




Professional qualifications in Education and Religion as per Queensland Catholic Education Commission Position Statement for Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in Queensland
Successful teaching experience, including religious education
Leadership experience:
o Demonstrated ability in religious and educational leadership
o Demonstrated administrative ability
o Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships
Demonstrated ability in curriculum development, including knowledge of contemporary educational issues at state and national levels, with particular reference to Religious Education
Written and verbal communication skills of a high order
Demonstrated commitment to the Pastoral Care of members of the school community
Skills for building community, including facilitation, delegation, and consultation
Professional qualifications in Education
Registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers
Current driver's license
A robust demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision, and ethos of Catholic Education
Promote child safety at all times
What we offer
Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
ITAS and IPRASS Allowances
Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
Modern facilities, equipment and resources
Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
14 Weeks' paid parental leave
Professional development and renewal
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Enquiries
Yvette McGowan
Director School Performance - Primary
P: ************
E: ******
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.
To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation, view our Reconciliation Action Plan
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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📌 Principal - St Teresa'S School, Ravenshoe (Queensland)
🏢 Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns
📍 Queensland