Primary Principal - Charlestown
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 17 September 2025
St Joseph's Primary School, Charlestown is seeking a Permanent Full Time Primary Principal to join the team in 2026.
<p>Lead with Vision and Heart<br><br>
Become the Next Principal of St Joseph’s Primary School, Charlestown<br><br>
Are you ready to lead a school where faith, innovation, and community come together to create something truly special?<br><br>
St Joseph’s Primary School, Charlestown is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Principal to guide its vibrant Catholic learning community from 2026.<br>
Set in a stunning bushland environment, the school offers a nurturing and inclusive space where students are encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and socially.<br>
With purpose-built facilities designed for team teaching and recently refurbished learning spaces, St Joseph’s delivers a contemporary, collaborative, and engaging educational experience.<br><br>
We’re looking for a dynamic and compassionate leader who will:<br><br><br>
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<li>Provide faith-centred leadership grounded in the mission and values of the Catholic Church<br>
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<li>Inspire and communicate a shared vision that promotes high expectations, professional growth, and student success<br>
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<li>Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and future-focused learning environment<br>
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<li>Build strong and respectful relationships with staff, students, families, parish, and the wider community<br>
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<li>Ensure the smooth and effective management of school operations, compliance, and resources<br><br><br>
The ideal candidate is committed to the mission of Catholic education.<br>
They bring leadership experience in primary schooling, a strategic mindset, and a genuine passion for student wellbeing—fostering a culture where every individual is empowered to thrive.<br><br>
This is more than a leadership role; it’s a chance to shape the future of a school where spirit, heart, and learning are at the centre of everything we do.<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/EerBDiEajrxHiQiT6xugn1YB1jzDRsXiu3UX312KBzYfUg?e=N6zsDd"><strong><u>POSITION DESCRIPTION</u></strong></a><br><br>
The Principal will lead across the school community to: <br>
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<li>Model faith in action <br>
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<li>Develop and shape a shared vision focussed on providing quality educational experiences and learning outcomes for all students <br>
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<li>Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, and all other stakeholders <br>
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<li>Support and monitor the learning and growth of effective teachers <br>
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<li>Set high standards for students and staff performance. <br>
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