Principal
Commencing:
16 January ****
Employment Type:
Full Time, Fixed Term Senior Leadership position (6-year contract)
Salary Range:
Paid in accordance as per the Diocese of Cairns, Catholic Education - Principals' Agreement
Closing Date for Applications:
5.00pm, Friday 11 September ****
Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process, a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.
St Joseph's Parish School, Weipa
Located in Weipa, the largest town on the Gulf of Carpentaria coast of the Cape York Peninsula, St Joseph's Parish School has at its very heart, the values of humility, justice and compassion.
Together with engaged and supportive parents, staff create a safe and stimulating learning environment where each child has the opportunity to achieve his or her potential.
Joseph is the patron saint of workers, a patronage that has strong relevance for the Weipa community.
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 Queensland
Successful teaching experience, including religious education
Leadership experience:
Demonstrated ability in religious and educational leadership
Demonstrated administrative ability
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 strong 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
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-protected 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 Joseph'S Parish School, Weipa
🏢 Catholic Education Cairns
📍 Weipa