Assistant Principal (Assistant Principal)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
30 September 2026
Posted 13 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-6
School staff (FTE)
33.7
22.6 teaching · 11.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
18.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
411
Indigenous students
4%
Language other than English
34%
Girls vs boys
197 girls · 214 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position Details:
The school invites suitable applicants to apply for a full time, ongoing Assistant Principal position, commencing January 1, 2027.
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School is a vibrant learning environment, catering for students from a multicultural setting in a co-educational environment from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6. With approximately 470 children, our school is seeking an inspiring educator, committed to fostering a love of learning, enhancing student engagement and improving outcomes for all students.
The school is a family-focused community where each individual is valued and respected in a safe and caring environment. Our values of Honesty, Respect and Responsbility ensure we focus on the development of the total person in light of our patron Saint, St Francis of Assisi.
The school enjoys a close relationship with St Andrew’s Parish, Clarkson, and a dedicated parent body maintains the strong community feel. St Francis of Assisi places an emphasis on building relationships, whilst delivering excellence in teaching and learning.
Selection Criteria:
The successful applicant will:
Be a practising Catholic and fully support the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education.
Lead, promote and model the school values.
Demonstrate success as a dynamic, innovative and reflective practitioner who strives for excellence.
Demonstrate high levels of competency across the QCE domains of Catholic Identity, Community, Education and Stewardship.
Support the faith journey of our students, staff and community.
Lead curriculum, the delivery of effective pedagogy, and bui…