Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 17 October 2026

St Bede’s Catholic College, Chisholm Permanent Full Time | Commencing January 2027

St Bede’s Catholic College, Chisholm Permanent Full Time | Commencing January 2027
St Bede’s Catholic College, Chisholm is seeking an outstanding educational leader to join the College as Principal from January 2027.
Located in the growing suburb of Chisholm, St Bede’s Catholic College is a contemporary co-educational secondary school within the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. Since opening in 2018, the College has experienced significant growth and currently educates approximately 900 students across Years 7 to 12, with an eventual enrolment capacity of 1,100 students.
As Principal, you will lead a vibrant and faith-filled learning community committed to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and Catholic formation.
You will inspire staff, students and families through visionary leadership, fostering a culture where every learner is empowered to thrive.
The College's growth and development are guided by four key pillars:

- Courage
- Knowledge




- Community
- Faith

These pillars underpin the College's Strategic Plan and align with its four core domains:

- Catholic Formation and Mission
- Learning and Teaching
- Leadership
- Wellbeing and Partnerships

This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and experienced leader to build upon the solid foundations of a flourishing Catholic secondary school and shape its future direction.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Principal will lead across the school community to:

- Model faith in action
- Develop and shape a shared vision focussed on providing quality educational experiences and learning outcomes for all students
- Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, and all other stakeholders
- Support and monitor the learning and growth of effective teachers
- Set high standards for students and staff performance.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary

922 Students
44 TeachingStaff
17 Non-Teaching Staff

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📌 Principal - Chisholm (Australian Capital Territory)
🏢 St Bede's Catholic College Chisholm
📍 Australian Capital Territory