PrincipalCommencing: 16 January 2027Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term Senior Leadership position (6-year contract)This position holds a Permanent Substantive Teacher Position within the Cairns DioceseSalary Range: Paid in accordance as per the Diocese of Cairns, Catholic Education - Principals' AgreementClosing Date for Applications: 5.00pm, Friday 11 September 2026Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process, a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.St Joseph's Parish School, WeipaLocated in Weipa, the largest town on the Gulf of Carpentaria coast of the Cape York Peninsula, St Joseph's Parish School has at its very heart, the values of humility, justice and compassion. Together with engaged and supportive parents, staff create a safe and stimulating learning workplace where each child has the opportunity to achieve his or her potential. Joseph is the patron saint of workers, a patronage that has strong relevance for the Weipa community.As faith leader, the Catholic principal models faith in action, leading the college community to enact a shared vision that focuses on the provision of a world class education, enriched by the lived encounter with the Catholic faith.For more information about the role please see the following attachments:Position Description Principal PosD.PdfSenior Leadership Positions Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in QLD.PdfWork RequirementsParticipation in and commitment to the sacramental life of the ChurchUnderstanding and commitment to education in the Catholic traditionProfessional qualifications in Education and Religion as per Queensland Catholic Education Commission Position Statement for Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in QueenslandSuccessful teaching experience,



including religious educationLeadership experience:Demonstrated ability in religious and educational leadershipDemonstrated administrative abilityDemonstrated skills in interpersonal relationshipsDemonstrated ability in curriculum development, including knowledge of contemporary educational issues at state and national levels, with particular reference to Religious EducationWritten and verbal communication skills of a high orderDemonstrated commitment to the Pastoral Care of members of the school communitySkills for building community, including facilitation, delegation, and consultationProfessional qualifications in EducationRegistered or eligible to register with Queensland College of TeachersCurrent driver's licenseA strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision, and ethos of Catholic EducationPromote child safety at all timesWhat we offerCompetitive Salary range: per annum pending experienceITAS and IPRASS AllowancesAnnual Leave with 17.5% leave loadingAccess to salary packaging options to maximise your salaryModern facilities, equipment and resourcesAccess to additional Employer Superannuation ContributionsAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)14 Weeks' paid parental leaveProfessional development and renewalAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramIntending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation, view our Reconciliation Action PlanCatholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.Enquiries: Yvette McGowen Director School Performance - Primary P: 07 4050 9700 E: [email protected] #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Principal - St Joseph'S Parish School, Weipa (Saint Joseph's)
🏢 Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns
📍 Saint Joseph's