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Primary School Principal
Employment
Full time, Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
1 June 2026
Posted 4 May 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout St Joseph's School
369
Total students
51%
Boys
49%
Girls
24.8
Teaching FTE
10.1
Non-teaching FTE
1,156
ICSEA value
96th percentile · Higher SES
12%
EAL/D Background
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
About the role
Lead with purpose. Shape a thriving school community.
St Joseph’s Primary School, Benalla is seeking a principal who is ready to lead with warmth and ambition to make a genuine difference.
Located in the heart of Benalla, St Joseph’s is a large, well-established Catholic primary school of 390 students, known for its strong pastoral care, inclusive culture and positive learning environment. With deep community connections and a close partnership with FCJ College next door, the school offers a unique opportunity to lead a vibrant, connected learning community.
This is a role for a leader who values relationships as much as results, and who wants to shape the next chapter of a successful school.
Why St Joseph’s, Benalla?
- Lead a well-regarded school with strong foundations, allowing you to focus on growth, innovation and people
- Be part of a connected campus environment, working in partnership with FCJ College to support seamless student pathways
- Build a balanced life in Benalla, a welcoming regional city offering short commutes and strong community life
- Lead learning with confidence, supported by Magnify Sandhurst and a clear, evidence-based approach to teaching and learning
- Enjoy genuine system support, including collaboration with a network of 51 principals and targeted leadership development
This role will appeal to:
- An experienced Catholic Principal seeking a well-supported, high-impact leadership role, or
- An aspiring Principal ready to step into their first principalship with strong system backing
You are a relational, grounded and strategic leader w…