Principal

Employment

Full time, Contract

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

20 November 2026

23 days remaining

Posted 27 Oct 2026

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About St Mary's Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

Prep-6

School staff (FTE)

17.6

11.8 teaching · 5.8 non-teaching

Students per teacher

15.3:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

180

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

10%

Girls vs boys

91 girls · 89 boys

51%
49%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

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Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

Principal

St Mary's Primary School, Ararat

The Diocese of Ballarat Catholic Education Limited (DOBCEL) is seeking an inspiring and faith-filled leader to serve as the next Principal of St Mary's Primary School, Ararat.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a well established Catholic primary school with a proud history and a strong reputation within the Ararat community. Guided by the Gospel and committed to Learning for All, Fairness for All and Compassion for All, St Mary's is a welcoming and inclusive community where every student is known, valued and supported to flourish.

As Principal, you will build on the school's strong foundations while shaping its future direction, ensuring every student experiences outstanding learning, wellbeing and faith formation.

Working in partnership with students, staff, families, parish and Catholic Education Ballarat, you will:

  • Strengthen the Catholic identity and mission of the school.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, belonging and authentic relationships.
  • Lead high-quality learning and teaching focused on achieving the best outcomes for every student.
  • Build strong partnerships with families, parish and the wider Ararat community.
  • Develop and empower staff through professional growth, collaboration and shared leadership.
  • Steward the school's people, resources and facilities to support sustainable growth and continuous improvement.

About St Mary's Primary School

The school nurtures the academic, spiritual, social and emotional development of each child through strong relationships and a shared commitment to student growth and wellbeing.

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