Principal | St James School Jamestown

Catholic Education South Australia

Thebarton, SA 


Principal / Head of School

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 3 March 2025


If you are a passionate and experienced leader ready to guide St James School into the future, we invite you to apply.

<ul> <li>Term 2 commencement or negotiated</li> <li>Salary Package negotiable based on experience</li> <li>Relocation support provided &nbsp;</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.&nbsp;</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?&nbsp;</li> <li>Describe areas of specialty or interest in your professional practice and how you might apply these at St Jame’s School.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>Resume including contact details of three professional referees.</p> <p><strong>Applications close: Monday 3 March at 5.00pm</strong></p>
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<p>Please email the following to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:talent@cesa.catholic.edu.au?subject=Principal%20%7C%20St%20James%20School%20Jamestown%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>talent@cesa.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Principal%20%7C%20St%20James%20School%20Jamestown%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:talent@cesa.catholic.edu.au?subject=Principal%20%7C%20St%20James%20School%20Jamestown%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">talent@cesa.catholic.edu.au</a></p> <p>1. Maximum 2-page response to the following questions:</p> <ul> <li>Your motivation for applying.</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 James School School.</li> </ul> <p>2. Resume including referee details.</p>

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