Deputy Principal

Deputy Principal

Mary Glowrey Catholic Primary School

Principal: Mrs Sarah Kelly

Enquiries: sarah.kelly@maryglowrey.catholic.edu.au

Applications Close: 25/06/2026

Position: Deputy Principal

Type: Ongoing

Hours per Week: Full-time

Role Description/Criteria

About Us

Our mission is clear and joy-filled: To provide a joyful, inclusive, and rigorous academic environment where every child is nurtured to reach their full potential spiritually, socially, emotionally, and academically.

We are building a school where every child feels safe, known, and supported. Our structured, explicit learning model helps students thrive with confidence and clarity.

As a foundation leader, you will help bring this vision to life.

About the Role

Reporting to the Foundation Principal, the Deputy Principal will play a pivotal role in establishing the culture, routines, and operational excellence of our new school. This role includes:

• Leadership & School Operations
• Supporting compliance with MACS, VRQA and legislative requirements
• Overseeing daily organisation, staffing, supervision, and timetabling
• Coordinating replacement staffing and supervision rosters
• Leading and supporting Professional Learning Teams (PLTs)
• Managing agendas and minutes for Leadership Meetings
• Assisting with policy development, school events, excursions, and emergency procedures
• Assuming the role of Principal when required

Student Wellbeing & Behaviour

• Leading the implementation of our SEL curriculum
• Supporting staff with behaviour management, restorative practices, and incident recording
• Working with families around wellbeing concerns
• Supporting NCCD processes and student needs

Community & Pastoral Care

• Promoting positive, respectful relationships across the school
• Supporting families in times of grief, challenge, and celebration
• Attending assemblies, liturgical celebrations, and community events
• Establishing a Student Representative Council

Teaching & Learning

• Demonstrating strong curriculum knowledge and effective pedagogical practice
• Supporting explicit instruction, daily review, feedback cycles and high expectations
• Observing teaching practice and engaging in reciprocal peer review
• Reviewing academic reports and supporting data-informed improvement

About You

We are seeking a leader who is energised by the opportunity to help build a school from the ground up. You will bring:

Essential Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Current VIT registration
• Teaching qualifications
• Religious Education Accreditation to teach in a Catholic school

Knowledge & Skills

• Deep understanding of Catholic education and the mission of the Church
• Strong knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum
• Understanding of the science of learning and explicit instruction
• Familiarity with NCCD processes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Personal Attributes

• A joyful, faith-filled approach to leadership
• Creativity, resilience and a proactive mindset suited to a foundation school
• Ability to build strong staff, student and community culture
• Commitment to continuous professional growth
• Capacity to foster positive relationships with families

Child Safety

Mary Glowrey Catholic Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. All staff must demonstrate an understanding of child safety, appropriate behaviours and legal obligations, including mandatory reporting.

Why Join Us?

This is a once-in-a-career opportunity to:

• Shape the identity and culture of a new Catholic primary school
• Work alongside a passionate Foundation Principal
• Build strong community partnerships from day one
• Lead with purpose, clarity and Gospel-centred values

Application Procedures

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit the following to office@maryglowrey.catholic.edu.au:

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria listed in the position description
• Your CV, including three referees
• Evidence of qualifications and accreditation - complete the application form
• Applications close: 4.00pm - June 25, 2026