Principal – St Thomas More’s School, Mt Eliza

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools

Type Fixed Term

Role Principal

Hours Full-time

Closes 05-10-2026

About the role

At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne.

It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan – MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be foundhere .

The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.

YOUR ROLE

As a Principal, you will be inspired to lead a joy-filled community where students, staff, and families can flourish within a Catholic context. Your leadership will enable the vision of the school to be realised, creating an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. The role of the Principal is one of the most important roles across the MACS system, as their faith and educational leadership enables the vision of the school to be realised. This role will work in collaboration with MACS, staff members, local Parish Priest, and the broader School community to achieve the identified goals of the School.

ABOUT ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL, MT ELIZA

We are seeking an exceptional Catholic educational leader to join our welcoming and vibrant school community on the Mornington Peninsula. St Thomas More School is set within a beautiful bushland environment,



offering a unique and enriching place for students, staff, and families to learn and grow together.

Our dedicated staff are committed to nurturing the spiritual, academic, and personal development of every child. They personalise learning, encourage curiosity, and foster strong problem-solving skills, ensuring that each student is known, valued, and supported to reach their potential.

Students and families are invited to deepen their understanding of Catholic teaching and explore the symbols, rituals, and traditions of the Church. This shared journey helps cultivate compassion, respect, and a strong sense of community.

A shared and embedded language of learning, feedback and engagement , together with a strong knowledge of current learning and teaching practices within the MACS ‘Vision for Instruction” is essential.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY

The St Thomas More School community is deeply engaged and continually strives to support students and their families throughout their primary school years. Parents are encouraged to play an active role in their child’s learning journey and are warmly welcomed into the life of both the Parish and the school.

Families are invited to participate in special school celebrations, working bees, and social fundraising events that strengthen connections and build a sense of belonging. The St Thomas More School community shares a clear and united vision that promotes positive relationships and fosters strong partnerships between the school and the Parish.

St Thomas More School, Mt Eliza has a student cohort of 291.

MACS is seeking a Principal who will continue to nurture the strong relationships and activelyengage with the community.

*Enrolment numbers are correct at the time of publication.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA





- Evidence of strong faith leadership through being an active member in good standing of a Catholic Church community, including Sunday attendance, whilst being informed by the Church's teaching and local mission.
- Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including determining and implementing evidence-based learning and teaching program and school curriculum.
- Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all, including all MACS employees, students, parish, broader church, educational system, other schools, and educational authorities in line with current community safety standards and expectations.
- Displays a strong commitment to enrolment growth, financial stability, and a commitment to risk mitigation whilst effectively managing resources within a regularly monitored, evidence-based strategic plan.
- Demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.
- Shows attributes of justice and compassion in setting high standards for self and others in the leadership of pastoral care and the provision of an engaging education that provides multiple pathways and options for positive outcomes for young people.
- Solid coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development, championing innovation and improvement to support continuous learning.

Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire, and maintain a VIT and/or Working with Children Check, and must be willing to obtain and maintain a national criminal history check.

Candidates must hold full Australian working rights, and provide evidence of this.

All successful candidates will be required to complete a “Schools Fit and Proper Personal Declaration”

COMMENCEMENT DATE: Term 1 2027 or by negotiation.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00pm Monday, 5 October 2026

Attachments

Position Description-Principal-September 2024.pdf

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📌 Principal – St Thomas More’s School, Mt Eliza (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Catholic Education Authority
📍 Melbourne