<ul><li>Term 2 commencement or negotiated</li><li>Salary Package negotiable based on experience</li><li>Relocation support provided  </li><li>Click <a href="https://cesa.webtemplate.com.au/sites/4052/__files/f/106486/108366_Principal_pack_Jamestown_Spreads_PROOF_4.pdf" rel="nofollow">HERE</a> for Information Package</li></ul><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>St James School is seeking a dynamic and faith-driven Principal to lead our vibrant, co-educational Catholic school. With a strong foundation in the Josephite tradition, our school serves as a beacon of faith, learning, and community.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to drive a school improvement agenda, ensuring:</p><ul><li>Strong faith formation and the integration of Gospel values in all aspects of school life.</li><li>High-quality teaching and learning with a focus on literacy and numeracy excellence.</li><li>A positive and engaged school community with strong partnerships between families, staff, and students.</li><li>Continued school growth, strategic planning, and capital development.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>As an inspirational leader, you will bring a deep commitment to Catholic education and a passion for student success. You will be a strong people leader, fostering a positive, supportive, and high-performing school culture.</p><p>Key qualities and skills include:</p><ul><li>A commitment to faith formation and the Josephite tradition.</li><li>A collaborative and relational leadership style that inspires staff, students, and families.</li><li>Strong instructional leadership, ensuring high-impact teaching and learning.</li><li>The ability to drive evidence-based school improvement and strategic growth.</li><li>Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills within the school and wider community.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><p>At St James School, you will be part of a supportive and engaged regional school community that values faith, education, and connection. This role offers:</p><ul><li>The opportunity to lead a dedicated team of educators in a thriving school.</li><li>A strong, engaged parent and parish community that values high-quality Catholic education.</li><li>The chance to contribute to the legacy of Catholic education in the Diocese of Port Pirie.</li><li>A welcoming regional lifestyle in the beautiful Mid-North of South Australia.</li></ul><p>If you are a passionate and experienced leader ready to guide St James School into the future, we invite you to apply.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>One Page covering letter and two-page statement addressing the following:</p><ul><li>Your motivation for applying. </li><li>Your Catholic education leadership journey</li><li>Share a recent example of professional learning that you have undertaken and how this has impacted your leadership and outcomes in your school?</li><li>How would you describe the way you lead and nurture a Catholic school community? </li><li>Describe areas of specialty or interest in your professional practice and how you might apply these at St Jame’s School.   </li></ul><p>Resume including contact details of three professional referees.</p><p><strong>Applications close: Monday 3 March at 5.00pm</strong></p>