About Merici College 

Merici College is a vibrant community dedicated to supporting professional growth and building on skills and expertise. The Mission Statement is at the heart of everything we do: we empower women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all-girls school for Years 7–12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11–12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7–10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programs and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially. 

About the Role 

The Assistant Principal is a key member of the secondary school’s leadership team, working closely with the Principal to foster a positive, inclusive and high-achieving learning environment. The Assistant Principal supports the strategic direction of the school through collaborative decision-making, goal setting and the implementation of initiatives that enhance teaching and learning. The Assistant Principal leads the delivery of evidence-based practices, monitors student progress and applies data to drive continuous improvement. A strong emphasis is placed on supporting teachers through professional development, coaching and mentoring, while also strengthening partnerships with families and the broader school community. This position requires a blend of instructional leadership and operational management, along with a commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.

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 choice 

Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration.
• Academic qualifications additional to Initial Teacher Education (Master’s Degree or five-year equivalent)
• Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest
• Accreditation E or be due to complete Accreditation E in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn Policy 
• Practising Catholic connected to a parish or other worshipping community 

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 Anna Masters on 02 6243 4100 or via email anna.masters@merici.act.edu.au 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.