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School Principal

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Armidale

  • Expired
Salary:
Salary and Conditions are negotiable and will be discussed as we progress through this recruitment project
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
The start date for this position is negotiable. It is anticipated that the new Principal will commence no later than the start of the 2022 school year.
Apply by:
4 August 2021

Job overview

Position Purpose

The Principal is the religious, educational and organisational leader of a Catholic School within the Diocese of Armidale. The Principal provides leadership and exercises prudential stewardship of the Catholic School. The Principal is ultimately responsible for the Catholic identity and ethos, curriculum and effective management of the school.


The leadership and direction provided by the Principal will be consistent with:

  • The message of Jesus and the Gospels;
  • Catholic church teachings, principles and values;
  • Diocesan policies and directives;
  • Catholic Schools Office, Armidale Mission Statement;
  • Catholic Schools Office, Armidale policies and practices; and
  • Catholic Schools Office, Armidale Strategic Directions.


Commencement

The start date for this position is negotiable. It is anticipated that the new Principal will commence no later than the start of the 2022 school year.


Conditions of employment

  • Salary and Conditions are negotiable and will be discussed as we progress through this recruitment project.
  • The term of the initial contract is negotiable. Subsequent contract renewal is subject to a successful performance review.
  • Applicants who are successful in gaining an interview will receive an interview travel allowance.
  • Relocation expenses (if required) will be provided for the successful applicant.
  • The successful applicant will possess a current, approved Working With Children Check


Application

To make a confidential enquiry regarding this position, please contact Kate Kenny, Head of Employee Services, on 0427 712 441 or email kkenny@arm.catholic.edu.au

Click here to reques t a confidential discussion or to register an expression of interest.

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About St Mary's Catholic Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is located in the rural town Armidale, in New South Wales' Northern Tablelands region. It is a co-educational, faith based school catering to around 360 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, and currently employs 23 teaching staff.

The school was established in 1848 by the Ursuline Sisters, making it the oldest education institution in the Armidale Diocese. St Mary's school slogan is 'Serviam' which translates to 'I Will Serve'.

Principal

Alanna McRae

Facilities

The school's learning areas are surrounded by vast green playing fields and park like grounds. Regular upgrading of information and communication technologies has provided the use of Smartboards and iPads inside the classroom. The school also features a well-appointed and spacious library, healthy canteen and parish chapel. 

Curriculum

As a Catholic school, St Mary's provide a Religious Education program based on the 'Celebrating Our Journey' document. This program allows students to attend Masses, participate in prayer and liturgies and be present at various Sacramental occasions. Core subjects such as English, Maths, Science, History, Sport and Art are also implemented across all grades. Additionally, students have the opportunity to get involved in the school choir, chess club, the Green Thumbs program, Tournament of the Minds, Indonesian lessons and the school orchestra. 

School ethos

Enriched by strong partnerships with families, parish and the wider community, St Mary's aims to provide a nurturing, dynamic and empowering learning environment to prepare "students to be effective leaders of tomorrow."

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