<p>Lead with Purpose in One of Australia’s Most Iconic Coastal Locations<br><br> Holy Family Primary School, Merewether Beach is seeking a&nbsp;Permanent Full-Time Principal, commencing&nbsp;Term 2, 2026.<br><br> Imagine starting your day with the sound of waves and ocean air just moments from your office.<br> Located in the heart of Newcastle,&nbsp;Merewether Beach&nbsp;has been named Australia’s best city beach—and for good reason.<br> With its stunning coastline, world-class surf, and vibrant local community, it offers a lifestyle that’s hard to match.<br> Whether it’s morning walks along the sand, weekend cafés by the water, or quick access to Newcastle’s thriving CBD, this is a location that truly has it all.<br><br> This is more than just a career move—it’s a chance to embrace a&nbsp;sea change&nbsp;while leading a school that values creativity, community, and Catholic identity.<br> Holy Family Primary School is a place where the unique gifts of every student and teacher are celebrated.<br> We foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and growth, and we’re looking for a Principal who shares our vision.<br><br> We are seeking a Principal who brings:<br><br> • A deep commitment to Catholic education and the values that underpin it<br> • Demonstrated experience in a school leadership role, with a strong grasp of curriculum, pedagogy and school improvement<br> • A collaborative leadership style that builds trust and empowers others<br> • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills<br> • A strategic mindset and strong organisational capability<br> • An ability to build a culture of belonging, high expectations, and continuous learning<br><br> If this sounds like you, apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey.<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/teams/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/Shared%20Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?id=%2Fteams%2FHR%2DHumanResourcesTeamSite%2DActive%2DPositionDescriptionLibrary%2FShared%20Documents%2FPosition%20Description%20Library%2FZ%20%2D%20UMBRACO%20LINKS%20%2D%20DO%20NOT%20USE%2FCatholic%20Schools%20Office%2Fposition%5Fdescription%5F%2D%5Fcso%5F%2D%5Fprincipal%2Epdf&amp;parent=%2Fteams%2FHR%2DHumanResourcesTeamSite%2DActive%2DPositionDescriptionLibrary%2FShared%20Documents%2FPosition%20Description%20Library%2FZ%20%2D%20UMBRACO%20LINKS%20%2D%20DO%20NOT%20USE%2FCatholic%20Schools%20Office&amp;p=true&amp;ga=1"><strong>POSITION DESCRIPTION</strong></a><br><br> The Principal will lead across the school community to:&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Model faith in action&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Develop and shape a shared vision focussed on providing quality educational experiences and learning outcomes for all students&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, and all other stakeholders&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Support and monitor the learning and growth of effective teachers&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;</li> <li>Set high standards for students and staff performance.&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;</li> </ul>