Assistant Principal Religious Identity & Mission

Xavier College - Head Campus · Gawler Belt, SA

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

Religious Education

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

16 November 2026

12 days remaining

Posted 4 Nov 2026

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About Xavier College - Head Campus

School type

Co-educational

Year range

R-12

School staff (FTE)

283.6

181.4 teaching · 102.2 non-teaching

Students per teacher

14:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

2,532

Indigenous students

6%

Language other than English

4%

Girls vs boys

1,284 girls · 1,248 boys

51%
49%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

Position Type: School Leadership | Employment Status: Fixed Term/Contract 

 

Xavier College invites applications from a passionate Catholic leader for the position of Assistant Principal - Religious Identity and Mission (APRIM) at our Gawler Belt (7-12) Campus.

This APRIM role, commencing January 2027, is for a fixed-period of 4 years. This role includes a full-time, permanent teaching component and should be considered in conjunction with the Teacher Position Information Document.

In this key leadership role, you will work collaboratively with the Campus Principal and staff to nurture and strengthen the Catholic identity and Salesian charism of the College. You will provide leadership in faith formation, Religious Education and the liturgical life of the campus, fostering a vibrant faith community where students and staff are encouraged to grow spiritually, academically and personally.

As the APRIM, you will:

  • Lead and nurture the Catholic identity and Salesian charism of the College, helping students, staff and families encounter faith in meaningful and contemporary ways
  • Guide the delivery of high-quality Religious Education, supporting engaging teaching, learning and assessment practices aligned with the RE Curriculum
  • Lead the prayer, liturgical and sacramental life of the campus, creating opportunities for spiritual growth and faith formation across the school community
  • Support the faith development of staff, fostering reflection, professional growth and a shared commitment to the mission of Catholic education
  • Promote Catholic Social Teaching, social justice initiatives and e…

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