Current: $149,764 - $157,118 (pending experience) + 12.75% superApplications Close: 21 August 2026What we are looking for:Applications are invited for the position of Assistant Principal: Curriculum (APC) to join the leadership team at St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Park Avenue, commencing from 18 January 2027.This is an exciting leadership opportunity for applicants demonstrating deep commitment to Catholic education, who actively participate in the faith life of their parish, and who have strong teaching experience, academic qualifications and leadership qualities.As a member of the school’s leadership team, the Assistant Principal: Curriculum (APC) will influence and have responsibility for long and short-term goals and directions in teaching, learning and curriculum. Additionally, the APC provides leadership in areas delegated by the Principal in the APC duty statement.For more information, please view the Position Description.Key leadership qualities and capabilitiesWe are seeking to appoint a leader whois a practising Catholic with a sound understanding of, and commitment to Catholic educationcan foster a culture of inspirational teaching and learning and lead the development and implementation of school improvement initiativeshas the interpersonal skills to build partnerships within the school and with the local communityis willing to provide leadership in areas delegated by the Principal in the APC duty statement, and can lead in ways that are consistent withthe message of Jesus and the GospelsCatholic church teachings, principles and valuesDiocesan policies and directivesThe Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton CharterCatholic Education Mission and Vision Statements, policies, practices and strategic directions. Key CharacteristicsEnhancing Catholic Ethos and Identity: Fostering the religious life of the school through Christian witness, active participation in a parish, promotion of Gospel values and the provision of quality religious education.Leading Teaching and Learning: Ability to develop and implement high quality learning and teaching programs.Developing self and others: Supporting others and building capacity with a focus on continuous improvement of teaching and learning.Leading improvement, innovation and change: Aligning strategic goals and initiatives with the vision and mission of the school and School Review and Improvement Processes.Engaging and working with the community: Ability to foster and develop appropriate relationships with school staff, students, parents, clergy, parishioners and the wider community.About usSt Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is a welcoming community that is proud of its inclusive culture in the Catholic Tradition. Our curriculum seeks to develop children who will have a clear sense of their own self-worth and, by accepting responsibility for their learning, successfully demonstrate the outcomes of a lifelong learner. A learning framework has been developed to support this goal. St Joseph’s offers a traditional curriculum structure based around two individual classes per grade, with an emphasis on literacy and numeracy. Additional learning support for individual learners will take place within the context of the classroom.Mandatory Requirements Relevant tertiary qualifications and the ability to obtain approved Queensland College of Teachers RegistrationAustralian work rightsGenerous incentives are available to successful applicants which include:Competitive salary range - $149,764 - $157,118 (pending experience)Superannuation contribution of 12.75%Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salaries (based on eligibility criteria with RemServ)Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health InsuranceAccess to Fitness Passport39 weeks of term time for a school yearAccess to free Employee Assistant Program (24-hour counselling service)Leadership development opportunitiesInduction, professional learning programs and Early Career Teacher SupportAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)Deferred Salary SchemeModern facilities and resourcesFor more information on the benefits of working in our rural and remote communities visit our website.How to apply Please review our How To Apply Online GuideComplete the application questions belowUpload a Cover Letter (addressed to the Diocesan Director, Mr Michael McCusker) and Current ResumeUpload supporting documentation (i.e., QCT Registration, marriage certificate, court order, change of name certificate, Birth Certificate, Passport or Visa (if applicable), Teaching statements of service (if applicable), Statements of Competencies/Qualifications/Academic transcripts, Accreditation to Teach documentation).Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools. Applicants must read Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School as well as Accreditation to Teach Religion in a Catholic School policies.Upload a written response with reference to the Key Characteristics as outlined in the Position Description and A Vision for Christian Leadership in the Diocese of Rockhampton to support your response. Applications close: Friday, 21 August 2026.Further information For a confidential conversation please contact Carmel Kriz, Assistant Director: Teaching & Learning, on 07 4994 8000.To learn more about Accreditation, please view our Accreditation Information Sheet.For a confidential conversation or for further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services 07 4994 8086 or Employment@rok.catholic.edu.au Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. 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