Current: Range: $184,823 to $202,202 per annum pending experience + Super + AllowancesIncentives: IPRASS and ITAS Allowance Join the leadership team at St Joseph's Catholic School, Cloncurry as Principal, where your leadership, faith and vision will help shape a vibrant learning community built on care, excellence and Catholic values.We are seeking an exceptional and faith-filled leader to take on the role of Principal, leading a vibrant Catholic school community committed to excellence in teaching and learning. Grounded in the centrality of Jesus Christ, this role offers the opportunity to shape and strengthen the mission of Catholic education while nurturing the spiritual, academic, and personal growth of every student.As Principal, you will work collaboratively with the leadership team to foster a culture of integrity, inclusion, and high expectations, where staff feel supported and students are inspired to thrive. You will lead with vision and purpose, championing contemporary pedagogy, student wellbeing, and professional learning, while building leadership capacity across the school.With a strong focus on continuous improvement, you will use data-informed practices to enhance teaching, improve student outcomes, and drive innovation. Your ability to mentor and develop others, alongside your commitment to Catholic identity and community engagement, will be key to your success.You’ll bring authentic faith leadership as an active member of a Catholic Eucharistic community, together with full accreditation to teach Religious Education and registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.Cloncurry - In the heart of north-west Queensland, Cloncurry is a true outback town with a proud history and a welcoming community. Surrounded by red-earth ranges and wide open country, it offers a life that’s rich in character and shaped by a strong sense of connection. From discovering the region’s pioneering heritage to exploring nearby rivers, gorges and rugged outback trails, Cloncurry offers a unique blend of adventure, history and community spirit - making it a memorable and rewarding place to live and work.Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all staff. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process, a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.For more information, please review the full position description.We’d love to hear from you! Please click the “Apply” button and follow the prompts.Applications close Midnight 17 April 2026About us Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re proud to offer a range of benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally:Competitive SalaryAccess to remote area benefitsAnnual Leave at 17.5% leave loading12.75% Superannuation employer contributionAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous serviceSalary packaging options Up to 14 Weeks paid parental leaveDeferred Salary Scheme…and a range of other great benefits!Apply Now