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Assistant Principal

  • 507524
  • GOULBURN, NSW, 2580
  • Permanent/Ongoing
  • Closing at: Nov 23 2026 - 23:55 AEDT
  • Trinity Catholic College (Goulburn)

Salary Range: $92,882 to $141,997 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Allowance: $49,399 NSW Assistant Principal Allowance 
Employment Status: Full-time 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable 

About Trinity Catholic College 

Trinity Catholic College Goulburn is a regional co-educational Year 7 to 12 Catholic secondary school in the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn with an outstanding reputation for leading excellence in education in NSW. The College is committed to equity of access to and sustained delivery of quality education for all students, maintaining a diverse representation of the broader community. Teachers in the College are expert practitioners in the design and delivery of the Australian Curriculum and the New South Wales Education Authority (NSW) courses. Teachers continuously attend professional learning and effectively utilise technology in the classroom. The College carries an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching, attracting and teaching 800 students.

About the Role   

The Assistant Principal Pastoral Care at Trinity Catholic College Goulburn plays a pivotal role in fostering a positive, inclusive and supportive school culture where every student is known, valued and cared for. Working closely with students, families, staff and external support agencies, the role provides leadership in student wellbeing, behaviour support, pastoral initiatives and the overall care of young people. Through building strong relationships and promoting a culture of respect, belonging and personal growth, the Assistant Principal Pastoral Care helps ensure that students are supported academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually, enabling them to thrive and reach their full potential within the life of the College.

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, regardless of caregiver status
  • Support for professional development and study opportunities 
  • Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services 
  • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility  

  • Bachelor or Master of Teaching
  • Postgraduate qualification in Religious Education or Theological Studies
  • Academic qualifications additional to Initial Teacher Education (Master’s Degree or five-year equivalent)
  • Practicing Catholic connected to a worshipping community supported by a written reference from the Parish Priest
  • NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation
  • 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.

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Gaye McManus on 02 4821 3600 or via email gaye.mcmanus@cg.catholic.edu.au. 
Application queries: Recruitment Team on  02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.   

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