Principal / Head of School

Principal

Principal / Head of School

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 16 March 2026

St Lucy’s School is a Catholic independent K–12 school in the Dominican tradition, embracing difference and inspiring purposeful learning. Our core values – Joy, Community, Courage, and Truth – shape every aspect of school life.

We lead education for children with disabilities and support families along their journey. The Board seeks applications for Principal – a rare chance to lead a dynamic school on Sydney’s North Shore, providing outstanding education for students with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and sensory impairments.

St Lucy’s is renowned for nurturing each child’s spiritual, social, intellectual, physical and creative growth within an inclusive community. As Principal, you will champion our mission and Dominican values, provide visionary leadership, foster faith formation, and drive innovation in curriculum and staff development for special education.

We are looking for a future-focused leader with a strong commitment to our Catholic identity and educational philosophy, demonstrated senior leadership, staff management, and financial stewardship. Essential qualifications include postgraduate studies in education or special education, excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to cultivate a positive school climate. Experience in special education and active engagement in the Catholic Church are highly valued.

The position is scheduled to commence on 18 January 2027.

St Lucy’s is committed to the National Safeguarding Principles for Child Safe Organisations. Applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check, and suitability for child-related employment will be assessed during recruitment. Staff must have received two Covid-19 vaccine doses.

An Information Pack is available by request via email at BOD@stlucys.nsw.edu.au or by phoning 0419 499 801. All enquiries and applications will be treated confidentially.

To apply, please submit:

• A response to the key competencies
• Your statement of educational philosophy for a Catholic school serving students with disabilities
• Your CV, including qualifications, experience, and three referees (referees contacted only with prior consent)

Applications are to be sent to BOD@stlucys.nsw.edu.au by 16 March 2026. Join us in advancing excellence and inclusion at St Lucy’s School.

St Lucy's School

WAHROONGA, NSW

http://www.stlucys.nsw.edu.au

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

248 Students

St Lucy’s School is a Catholic primary and secondary school in the Dominican tradition for students with disabilities. We are a community enriched by difference; inspiring learning for a life of purpose.

At St Lucy's School we work with each student individually in order to unlock their unique potential and to encourage them to become independent. We provide a holistic education, offering outstanding academic programs taught by special educators with the support of our dedicated therapy team.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please email BOD@stlucys.nsw.edu.au the following documentation:

• A response to the key competencies
• Your statement of educational philosophy for a Catholic school serving students with disabilities.
• Your CV, including qualifications, experience, and three referees (referees contacted only with prior consent)

The school is committed to the National Safeguarding Principles for Child Safe Organisations. To ensure the safeguarding of our students, all successful applicants will be required to have a current Working with Children Check and be committed to our Safeguarding Commitment Statement. In addition, included throughout the recruitment process are checks of suitability for employment with children.

St Lucy's School policy requires staff to have received two (2) Covid-19 vaccine doses.