Principal (Primary)

The Interim Executive Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced leaders for the Principal position at St Michael's Catholic Parish Primary School, Thirroul commencing at the beginning of the 2027 school year.

In the Diocese of Wollongong, Principals play a significant role in creating vibrant Catholic school communities where every student finds meaning and purpose in their life through experiencing continual growth in faith and improvement in learning. Our principals have access to:

• excellent professional & leadership development programs
  
  
• first-class support from the Catholic Education Office (CEO) across all critical areas through our culture of connected autonomy
  
  
• a professional mentor, funded by the CEO
  
  
• a platform to contribute to the life, mission and work of the Catholic faith community.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Situated in the coastal community of the Northern Illawarra, St Michael’s Catholic Parish Primary School, Thirroul, is a welcoming K–6 school within the Diocese of Wollongong. Guided by the school motto, 'Lift Up Your Hearts', and a core mission to inspire excellence in learning and living, St Michael’s fosters a supportive, collaborative environment dedicated to developing the whole child through contemporary education and strong community partnerships.

Grounded in rich Catholic traditions, the school's spiritual life is shaped by its Josephite charism, inspired by St Mary of the Cross MacKillop’s call to 'Never see a need without doing something about it.' Religious Education, prayer, and social justice are woven into …