Assistant Principal | K-6 | 176 Students
St Aloysius Catholic Primary School Cronulla
Start Date:Thursday, 28 January ****
Application Closing Date:Friday, 16 October ****
Capacity:Full-Time
About Our School
St Aloysius Catholic Primary School Cronullais a high-performing Newman Selective School where faith, academic excellence and authentic student voice shape a vibrant culture of learning and belonging. As Assistant Principal, you will join a dedicated and collaborative leadership team committed to continuous improvement, excellence in teaching and learning and the formation of young people who live out Gospel values each day.
Guided by our Mercy tradition and supported by a strong partnership with St Aloysius Gonzaga Parish, we provide a nurturing and future-focused learning environment in which every student is known, valued and empowered to achieve their personal best. Students benefit from evidence-informed literacy and numeracy programs, specialist STEM programs, sport, visual arts, and the Amadeus Music Education Program. The school fosters a culture of curiosity, compassion and service, equipping students with the knowledge, skills and values to make a lasting difference in the world. To find out more about the school, please review theAnnual School Report.

Why Join Us

JoiningSydney Catholic Schools (SCS)means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. Advantages include:
competitive salarywith up to $15,900 in salary packaging
up to 25% discount on school fees for SCS parents
continuous learning and formation
career and development pathways for leaders




health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport, voice care programs, advice on nutrition and free annual flu shots
generous Employee Referral Program
a wide range of furtherrewards and benefits.

About the Role
As Assistant Principal, you will lead teaching excellence, foster staff development, and build a strong school community. You will need excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Requirements of the role:
postgraduate or Master's in Leadership, Religious Education, Theology, or Education
ability to drive a high-performance, improvement-focused school culture
able to lead with Gospel values and contribute to the Church's mission
experienced in overseeing staff induction, development, and performance
promotes religious leadership and parish partnerships
an exemplary classroom practitioner with the ability to model and lead high-quality teaching and learning, supported by expertise in evidence-based English pedagogy and practice
skilled at strengthening school and system-wide networks
the requirements of(Category E)in theAccreditation Policy to Work, Teach and Leador agree to meet these requirements in your first contract term
experience leading school-wide Positive Behaviours for Learning and/or English




experience or qualifications in gifted education (desirable).

For more details, please see theRole Description.
All Assistant Principal roles are a promotional appointment + full-time, permanent teaching position. We welcome all applications from internal and external candidates.
How to Apply
Click 'Apply' and submit:
your current resume
a cover letter addressing the essential criteria and outlining why you are well suited to the Assistant Principal role at this school
academic transcripts and statement of previous service
three referees from your current manager/principal, previous principal, and yourParish Priest Reference(not school parish).

Need help? Contact the People & Culture Services team on **************.
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Working With Children Check (WWCC)
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.
SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.
'Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) continues to be a thriving and growing contemporary educational community with 147 Catholic primary and secondary schools, more than 71,000 current students, 10,000 staff and a large alumni community. We consider our local parishes to be the cornerstone of our local communities, which is why each parish has access to proud and affordable local Catholic schools which lay the foundation on which to build an even stronger future for our faith.

📌 Assistant Principal - Cronulla (New South Wales)
🏢 Sydney Catholic Schools
📍 New South Wales