Principal | K-6 | 166 Students St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Erskineville Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027 Application Closing Date: Monday, 9 November 2026 Employment Type: Full-Time About the School Established in 1887 and located on its current site since 1912, St Mary’s Catholic Primary School Erskineville is a welcoming and connected Catholic community, proudly grounded in the Mercy charism. The school enjoys a valued partnership with Fr Tan and the Parish, with a shared commitment to deepening Catholic life and identity and strengthening family engagement. Supported by a committed leadership team and positive community partnerships, the school is well positioned for continued growth. The incoming Principal will have the opportunity to further strengthen the school’s Catholic identity, build consistency in high-quality teaching and learning, and embed a comprehensive approach to wellbeing that supports the diverse needs of every student. To explore the school’s achievements, priorities and community impact in more detail, interested candidates and stakeholders are encouraged to read the Annual School Report, which provides a comprehensive overview of our learning outcomes, faith life, strategic progress and school initiatives. Why Join Us Be part of NSW’s largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students.

We offer
job mobility, career diversity, and extensive career development programs.

We offer
• attractive remuneration and salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 annually
• tailored professional development, mentorship and leadership opportunities
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport. Explore our full offering on the Rewards and Benefits page. About You You are a committed Catholic educational leader who:




• leads with faith, integrity and a deep commitment to Catholic mission
• builds strong, trusting relationships with staff, students, families and the Parish
• drives evidence‑based teaching, high expectations and whole‑school improvement
• develops and mentors others to build leadership capacity across the school. For more details, please see the Role Description. You will have attained the following:
• postgraduate qualifications or Masters in Leadership, Religion, Theology or a relevant educational field
• the requirements of Category E in the Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach and Lead or agree to meet these requirements in your first contract term. Principal appointments are temporary and may be renewed, subject to satisfactory performance, for up to a maximum of 10 years at a particular school.

How to Apply
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your application, including:
• your current resume
• a cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the role, including specific examples of impact and achievements in leadership and teaching roles, and reasons for seeking the opportunity to move to St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Erskineville
• three referees from your current manager/principal, previous principal, and your Parish Priest Reference (not school parish). For more information contact Rafy Farah, Leadership Recruitment Specialist at [email protected] or the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm Mon-Fri). SCS is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment. You can access our Statement of Commitment to Child Safety. All applicants must hold a valid WWCC and provide a current National Police Check before commencing employment. SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.

📌 Principal - Erskineville (Sydney)
🏢 Sydney Catholic Schools
📍 Sydney