FOUNDATION PRINCIPAL

St Carlo's Catholic School

MOAMA, NSW 


Principal / Head of School

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 22 October 2025


We are looking to appoint an exceptional Founding Principal to lead the next phase of development for St Carlo's Catholic School, a K-6 primary school in one of the fastest growing regional areas of NSW. This position represents a rare opportunity for a gifted and visionary educational leader to prepare a school for its opening and lead it in its inaugural years of operation.

<p><strong>PRINCIPAL ROLE</strong></p> <p>The position will commence in Term 1, 2026, with the school opening its doors to students in 2027.&nbsp;The Founding Principal will provide visionary and faith filled leadership, guiding the development of St Carlo's Catholic School. This role will shape the school's vision, mission, culture and curriculum, which reflect our Catholic values.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>To view a detailed description</strong> of the <strong>position description, selection criteria and organisational resources</strong>, please click on the links below:&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zRheigZPrdNp9QRAqtZxqwz0x0fvSsUg/view?usp=drive_link" rel="nofollow"><strong>👉 Application Information guide.</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>👉 <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/19FtYPuqz3AnVq-ZqybtkQFQdiCbFGwHA/view?usp=drive_link" rel="nofollow"><strong>St Carlo's Catholic School, Moama - Prospectus</strong></a></p> <p><strong>ST CARLO'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL, MOAMA</strong></p> <p>We are delighted to announce that <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581256506944&amp;__cft__[0]=AZWu_lttBi2IFa1o9wo8tHcoRPffx6iAlJKMhHYOPWRhzMJ8RZSnWTCyCCrjZNjpi09ov1jSGdhpT8KhjUsh6THU9Lw8_dv9I6lyKhdfhVQRVKSnN6YvMXesRwCb5YFpLywXHex21MSFR991K5I1uLWP&amp;__tn__=-]K-R" rel="nofollow"><strong>St Carlo's Catholic School, Moama</strong></a>, will open its doors in 2027 as the 19th Catholic school in the Diocese of Wilcannia-Forbes.&nbsp;</p> <p>Commended by Bishop Columba Macbeth-Green, St Carlo’s reflects the Catholic Church’s commitment to holistic education and will respond to the growing needs of families across Moama and the region.</p> <p>Inspired by the legacy of Saint Carlo Acutis, the school will foster a community where compassion is central, relationships are meaningful, and faith is active.</p> <p>St Carlo’s Catholic School will be the 19th school under the Catholic Education Wilcannia-Forbes umbrella, providing transformative education that nurtures the mind, heart, and spirit of each child.</p> <p><strong>View the following videos to learn more about Catholic Education Wilcannia-Forbes and the Moama region</strong></p> <p>▶️ Watch: The Wilcannia-Forbes Way</p> <p><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FWFway%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWDV0cG5QeE9SdlRDa3RIcgEeKcPeq8F3_zAHPMgcE-NzBi3iJVoD05lE35eVatPcYcr40iY5NfzGtKzPqzg_aem_ilE4AWIdhzN5sd5NccwL7Q&amp;h=AT0Hnb6j5KWxlMMVpvcB9js8ppSjfN-97E_ZV86OA-WsGU-XMEcYxnjIOU561VTK3c3daHePCiV-HcOpkdE73RTiaTRb0jfz0tXPIVXCzNPZa7mqtV8vnZo6BvqdxHcN6HG4pKf3BJxKOg&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT1xsMuJkkbXDWQ3ptWQkZ2MjfyVubBxDFCCzsTJZhcWMR2wmMadY8TZmRUzQjlnjtKYIAN_jfRwjLhey533uYXguFanqWGzH26ghZXlyPH2zVEGgGaNt0fbmRzY0Wi1Jfl6-7UUYKm-NR0o4cTBK98XZSW83Ae9a9IbuaJprw" rel="nofollow"><strong><u>https://bit.ly/WFway</u></strong></a></p> <p>🌅 Discover the Moama region (video)</p> <p><a href="https://bit.ly/moamaregion?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWDV0cG5QeE9SdlRDa3RIcgEeUUNjWY8P_0qB81nveupRXm_uX5f30wJktISk5ge-4gcpfIB--sXCyotyRrA_aem_mCDviV9UkiAIKuXvk0x2EQ" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://bit.ly/moamaregion</strong></a></p> <p><strong>RENUMERATION:</strong></p> <p>The following package is provided:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Commencing annual salary within the following range: &nbsp;$186,198 p.a to $201,961 p.a &nbsp;- &nbsp;plus superannuation&nbsp;</strong></li> <li>Reimbursement of travel costs and accommodation for on-site visit and/or interview&nbsp;</li> <li>Relocation costs up to $5000 if applicable&nbsp;</li> <li>Generous rental subsidy for the first 12 months of appointment&nbsp;</li> <li>Salary packaging options to maximise your salary&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities for maintaining Religious Education Accreditation - study assistance for approved courses at Masters Level—100% reimbursement of course cost&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities for professional learning in leadership&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>FOR MORE INFORMATION</strong></p> <p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6853 9300 or email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@wf.catholic.edu.au?subject=FOUNDATION%20PRINCIPAL%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@wf.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=PRINCIPAL%20K-6%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29?subject=FOUNDATION%20PRINCIPAL%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@wf.catholic.edu.au?subject=FOUNDATION%20PRINCIPAL%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@wf.catholic.edu.au</a></p>
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Application Instructions

<p>Please see our <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zRheigZPrdNp9QRAqtZxqwz0x0fvSsUg/view?usp=drive_link" rel="nofollow">Application Information Guide</a> which covers the guidelines for applying for the position of Principal</p> <ol> <li>A cover letter addressed to the Director of Catholic Education outlining the reasons for your application and your suitability for the position</li> <li>Curriculum vitae (2 pages maximum) that contains:<br> â—‹ Name, address and other contact details;<br> â—‹ Parish of regular worship and involvement;<br> â—‹ Current employer and direct supervisor;<br> â—‹ Summary of previous employment;<br> â—‹ Relevant leadership experience;<br> â—‹ Education details and qualifications;<br> â—‹ Recent, relevant and significant professional learning; and<br> â—‹ Community involvement.</li> <li>A statement that addresses the Essential and Desirable Criteria (4 pages maximum).<br> &nbsp;</li> </ol> <p><strong>EMAIL APPLICATION TO:</strong></p> <p>A cover letter and application should be addressed to:&nbsp;</p> <p>Mrs Paula Leadbitter (Director of Catholic Education )</p> <p>and emailed to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@wf.catholic.edu.au?subject=FOUNDATION%20PRINCIPAL%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@wf.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=PRINCIPAL%20K-6%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29?subject=FOUNDATION%20PRINCIPAL%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@wf.catholic.edu.au?subject=FOUNDATION%20PRINCIPAL%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@wf.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening. CEO Wilcannia-Forbes is an equal opportunity employer.</i></p>