Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 18 October 2026

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and highly experienced Catholic Education Professional to join the organisation as the Education Improvement Leader Primary in a temporary position

Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?

In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

About the Role

The Educational Improvement Leader (EIL) is the principal’s line manager. The purpose of this role is to support systemic transformation and operational vitality within our schools. It provides the oversight and instructional mentorship to our CEDWW principals that they need to become and remain high-capacity leaders, ultimately guaranteeing that school performance aligns with the highest standards of academic achievement and Catholic identity.

- Commencing January 4th until September 6th 2027
- Discounted Bupa Health Insurance
- Salary Packaging through Maxxia
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Fully Maintained company Car
- Salary: Grade 9 - Starting at $157,800per annum plus superannuation





Selection Criteria

Qualifications Licences and Competencies

- Postgraduate academic qualifications additional to initial teacher training.
- Accreditation for Senior Leadership in a Catholic School (Category E, Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or working towards Accreditation
- NESA Accreditation at Proficient Status or beyond
- Current Drivers Licence
- Current Working With Children Check
- Successful candidate will undergo a National Criminal History Check

Skills and Experience

- Extensive Principal and leadership experience
- Extensive leadership skills and knowledge
- Comprehensive and demonstrated skills in leading and developing other school leaders, particularly Principals
- Capacity to build qualified and productive relationships with Parish Priests and those in different school communities
- Highly developed communication skills in a range of forums and media.
- Knowledge and understanding of NESA syllabuses and pedagogy
- Well developed skills in managing complex stakeholder complaints
- Ability to think critically, strategically and operationally, implementing a structured cycle of improvement initiatives, reflecting on and adapting processes as required to meet successful outcomes




- A high level of relational skills evidenced in a range of circumstances
- Ability to analyse, understand, interpret and respond to data findings
- Experience in management of budgets, understanding of relevant policy, administration procedures and other areas of governance as appropriate to the scope and intent of the role

All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW's People, Development and Engagement Team.

NOTE: If you are applying from interstate, please note you will need to be Accredited to teach in NSW - please click here.

"CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care"

"CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds"

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Not applicable

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) is an innovative educational provider, inspired by the message and actions of Jesus Christ to nurture excellence as a community of learners.I came that they may have life and have it to the full. (John 10:10)CEDWW comprises 29 schools - 24 primary and 5 secondary. Boarding facilities can be accessed by 3 of our secondary schools. The Diocese is located within Wiradjuri country in the Riverina and south western district of New South Wales.

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📌 Education Improvement Leader (Wagga Wagga)
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