Salary Range: $165,553 plus superannuation 
Employment Status: Full-time 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable 

About St Thomas More's Primary  

At St. Thomas More’s, we are dedicated to creating a secure atmosphere where children can flourish; building self-esteem and resilience through engaging, well-rounded education. Our dedicated teachers inspire a love for learning, while our dynamic community fosters strong friendships and collaboration. With a focus on holistic development, we prepare students not just academically, but also socially and emotionally, empowering them to become confident, compassionate individuals. Join us in nurturing the next generation in a school where every child can truly shine.   

About the Role   

The Assistant Principal, Strategy and Staff is a key member of the leadership team, supporting the Principal in collaborative decision-making, strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role oversees the delivery of initiatives, tracks progress, and ensures continuous improvement through targeted professional development and data-driven practices that strengthen school performance and maximise student achievement.

Benefits and Opportunities   

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst  
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice 
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor or Master of Teaching.
• Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) registration.
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance.
• Postgraduate qualification in Religious Education or Theological Studies or the willingness to undertake.
• Academic qualifications additional to initial teacher education (Master’s Degree or five-year equivalent).
• Practicing Catholic connected to a parish or other worshipping community.
• Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest.
• Have completed or be due to complete Accreditation E in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education, Canberra and Goulburn Policy. 

Application Process   

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Please contact Luke Donnelly on 02 6249 8869 or via email luke.donnelly@cg.catholic.edu.au. 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.