Summary
At Holy Spirit, we are committed to preparing students for a rapidly changing world by equipping them with essential skills, values, and knowledge. Guided by Gospel values, we encourage awareness of how our actions impact ourselves, others, and the environment. We promote respect, compassion, and responsibility, celebrating cultural diversity and individuality. Literacy and numeracy are central to all learning, supported by experiences that spark curiosity and engagement. We value community, prayer, and shared celebration, and we take pride in all members of our school. We warmly invite you to visit and discover the many benefits of a Holy Spirit education.
CSPD is committed to responding to the needs of all students. With over 6,500 employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools and office communities, our aim is to transform learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 46,000 students while enriching the professional lives of staff.
About the opportunity
We are currently seeking a committed and driven Assistant Principal to share in the leadership of the Catholic school community by supporting the Principal and leadership team. The focus of your role will be to support the continued delivery of high-quality contemporary learning and teaching within the school and to deliver strong academic outcomes within the community that we serve which is embedded in the Catholic worldview.
This is a permanent full-time position, commencing Term 1, 2026.
This rewarding Senior School Leadership opportunity serves as instrumental support to the Principal in all areas including Leading Pedagogy, Catholic Culture, Leading Self & Others and Stewardship.
More specifically, you will:
- Focus on the synergy between equipping students with core academic skills as well as building their core values and personal qualities
- Empower staff, students and parents to actively engage with the school community through effective relationships
- Be an active and leading part of a high-performing Senior Leadership team, with transparency, integrity and high levels of self-awareness
- Work collaboratively with teachers, students and families to grow student learning and development in thriving communities
Selection Criteria
Respond to the following criteria including some specific examples to demonstrate the impact of your work:
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Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships across the school community, leading and challenging the community to give witness to the Catholic faith
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Evidence of pedagogical leadership, knowledge of curriculum and contemporary approaches to learning
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Experience leading teams to improve student performance
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Demonstrated ability to promote the growth and wellbeing of students and staff and build partnerships with parents
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Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and formation for self and commitment to leading others in these areas
Qualifications, Accreditations & Experience
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Meet the requirements of Category E of the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy or agree to meet these requirements in your first contract term. This includes four units of postgraduate study in RE/Theology and/or Catholic Leadership in addition to those undertaken for Category D.
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Be accredited to teach Religious Education (Category D).
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During the recruitment process, you will need to provide:
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Certified copy of a Certificate of Accreditation for Category D and E
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Copy of Baptism Certificate
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Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children Check clearance
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Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
Child Safeguarding Statement
This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPDs Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children's Guardian here. Applicants wishing to work in any of the schools within the Diocese, either as a casual, temporary or full time employee, must be classified with the CSPD. If you are not already classified, you will need to complete the online registration for teachers process found on the CSPD Website.