Primary Principal

St Luke's primary school offers an exceptional opportunity for an educational leader to guide a flourishing school community that continues to grow in both size and opportunity.

St Luke's has developed a strong reputation for nurturing every child's academic, spiritual and personal growth while embracing contemporary approaches to teaching and learning. Continued growth, modern facilities and a clear commitment to educational excellence provide the next Principal with an exciting platform to shape the school's future.

As Principal, you will join a community that values high expectations, authentic relationships and a shared commitment to ensuring every learner is known, challenged and supported to flourish.

View the St Luke's principal prospectus here.

Why St Luke's?

St Luke's is a Catholic primary school where learning, faith and community are deeply connected.

The school has grown alongside the expanding Shepparton North community, developing a reputation for quality teaching, strong partnerships with families and a learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Purpose-built contemporary learning spaces, specialist programs and outstanding outdoor environments provide students with engaging places to learn, collaborate and grow. These facilities reflect the school's commitment to creating learning environments that support both excellence and wellbeing.

For the successful Principal, St Luke's offers the opportunity to lead a school with strong foundations, clear educational direction and exciting potential for continued growth.

Why Shepparton?

Shepparton is one of regional Victoria's most diverse and dynamic communities, offering leaders the opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a growing regional city.

With excellent health, sporting and cultural facilities, affordable housing and strong transport connections, the region provides an outstanding lifestyle for individuals and families seeking both professional opportunity and personal balance.

As Principal of St Luke's, you will become part of a community that values education, embraces diversity and recognises the important role schools play in shaping the region.

Who this opportunity will suit:

A leadership opportunity for...

Experienced Principals

For an experienced Principal, this appointment offers the opportunity to bring your leadership expertise to a respected Catholic secondary community where your influence will be deeply valued.

You will have the opportunity to build upon strong foundations, guide strategic improvement and shape the future direction of a College with a proud identity and committed community.

Emerging Principals

For a Deputy Principal or aspiring school leader, this opportunity provides the chance to step into Principalship within a supportive system committed to leadership formation, collaboration and professional growth.

You will be supported by Catholic Education Sandhurst and a network of experienced leaders who believe leadership is strengthened through connection, reflection and shared learning.

About You

You are a relational and innovative educator, grounded in faith and committed to Catholic education. You bring:

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a Catholic school setting
• Strong communication, team-building and strategic leadership capabilities
• Accreditation to Teach Religious Education or Lead in a Catholic School
• Registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (or eligibility to register)
• A Master’s degree in education or related field (or commitment to commence)

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)

In Catholic Education Sandhurst, you’ll find a network of 51 schools and six Early Learning Centres in large regional centres like Bendigo, Shepparton, Wangaratta and Wodonga, and in smaller communities where making people feel welcome is our specialty.

We are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.

About Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, in an Australian first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across 51 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. Magnify Sandhurst is a comprehensive program designed to bring measurable improvements in every school. With explicit teaching practices based on the Science of Learning, the Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based pedagogy, a strong behaviour curriculum and the ongoing professional development of our staff to support each student's unique needs, strengths and goals. It’s an exciting time to be in Catholic Education!

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

For application assistance, please review our application guide here.

Applications are invited from educational leaders who are ready to contribute to the ongoing growth and flourishing of St Luke's, Shepparton.

Applications close Monday, 24 August 2026

Interviews to be held Friday, 4 September 2026

For a confidential conversation regarding this opportunity, please contact: peopleandculture@ceosand.catholic.edu.au