Deputy Principal

Deputy / Assistant Head of School

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 24 April 2026

Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for the full-time position of Deputy Principal incorporating an Educational Leadership Role and an Administrative Role, to commence on 4th May 2026. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. Experience in a leadership role in a Catholic school is critical. A post graduate qualification is desirable. The successful applicant will have a strong personal faith commitment and the ability to promote and enhance the catholic identity of the school. The successful applicant will possess the skills and abilities to work as a collaborative team member. It is essential the successful applicant has well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to model exemplary leadership dispositions. A strong understanding of curriculum, student data and technology is imperative. The successful applicant will hold Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration. St Mary's has zero tolerance for child abuse.

Deputy Principal

The following outlines the key responsibilities, accountabilities, and expectations of the Deputy Principal role at St Mary’s Primary School.

Working in close partnership with the Principal, the Deputy Principal will play a vital leadership role in bringing the vision and mission of St Mary’s to life. This position requires a highly professional and relational leader who demonstrates sound judgement, discretion, and a strong commitment to confidentiality.

Role Overview

At St Mary’s Primary School, the Deputy Principal is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to the development of a faith-filled, high-performing learning community where every individual is known, valued, and supported to thrive.

The successful applicant will actively promote and strengthen the school’s Catholic identity while fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion. They will lead and support excellence in teaching and learning, and build staff capacity through purposeful coaching, mentoring, and feedback.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate educator to make a meaningful impact on student learning, staff development, and the ongoing growth of a vibrant school community.

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful experience in a leadership role in a Catholic Primary School
• On-going commitment to Professional Learning; post graduate qualification desirable

PERSONAL QUALITIES / SKILLS

• Experience of working effectively as part of a team
• Passionate, dedicated and motivated approach to leadership
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates strong self-awareness and reflective practice
• Models exemplary leadership and is resilient, adaptable and innovative

LEADING CATHOLIC MISSION

• A strong personal faith commitment
• A willingness to actively support the Parish Priest, Principal and the Religious Education Leader in initiatives to link Parish and School.
• Ability to promote and enhance the catholic identity of the school

EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIOURAL LEADERSHIP

• Ability to promote and to build a culture of excellence and equity
• Evidence of an ability to facilitate a focus on improving student outcomes
• An understanding of research, current educational practice, and matters relating to Catholic schools
• Evidence of ability to develop policies and initiatives, inspiring others to implement such initiatives

HR & ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP

• Proven capacity to co-ordinate whole school timetables, rosters and events
• Demonstrates strong people leadership to build a cohesive, high-performing team

COMMUNITY AND PASTORAL LEADERSHIP

• The ability to foster positive relationships with staff, students, parents and the community.
• Commitment to community events and activities by way of coordination and attendance.
• A willingness to promote the school within the community and strengthen partnerships

St Mary's School - Greensborough

GREENSBOROUGH, VIC

Principal: Marisa Matthys

Affiliation: Catholic

Teaching Level: Primary

Gender: Coed

546 Students

37 Teaching Staff

26 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Our entire teaching staff is dedicated to the detail and we want to ensure every child achieves to their own potential. This means ensuring we have a robust system of teaching and support that not only caters to the average (or middle student) – but also the advanced student or the student that needs some extra support. For learning to take place we need to ensure that every child feels safe, happy and confident within themselves.

Application Instructions

Application Requirements

Applications should respond to the attached key selection criteria.

Application must be submitted via email by 4.00 pm on Friday 24 April 2026 addressed to the Principal Marisa Matthys

Applications will only be considered if they include:

• a cover letter (maximum 1 page)
• response to the published selection criteria (maximum 3 pages)
• the completed application form

A role description and key selection criteria are attached.

The following certified documents must accompany each application

(scanned versions of certified documents are acceptable, please do not send original copies):

• Certified photographic evidence of identity (e.g. drivers licence or passport)
• Certified Victorian Institute of Teaching registration
• Certified evidence of tertiary and further education qualifications referred to in the application form
• Evidence of registered Accreditation to Teach Religious Education in Victorian Catholic Schools.