Principal - Chisholm
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 17 October 2026
St Bede’s Catholic College, Chisholm Permanent Full Time | Commencing January 2027
St Bede’s Catholic College, Chisholm Permanent Full Time | Commencing January 2027
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St Bede’s Catholic College, Chisholm is seeking an outstanding educational leader to join the College as Principal from January 2027.
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Located in the growing suburb of Chisholm, St Bede’s Catholic College is a contemporary co-educational secondary school within the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle.
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Since opening in 2018, the College has experienced significant growth and currently educates approximately 900 students across Years 7 to 12, with an eventual enrolment capacity of 1,100 students.
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As Principal, you will lead a vibrant and faith-filled learning community committed to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and Catholic formation.
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You will inspire staff, students and families through visionary leadership, fostering a culture where every learner is empowered to thrive.
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The College's growth and development are guided by four key pillars:
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<li>Courage<br></li>
<li>Knowledge<br></li>
<li>Community<br></li>
<li>Faith<br><br><br>
These pillars underpin the College's Strategic Plan and align with its four core domains:<br><br><br></li>
<li>Catholic Formation and Mission<br></li>
<li>Learning and Teaching<br></li>
<li>Leadership<br></li>
<li>Wellbeing and Partnerships<br><br><br>
This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and experienced leader to build upon the strong foundations of a flourishing Catholic secondary school and shape its future direction.<br><br><a href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/EerBDiEajrxHiQiT6xugn1YB1jzDRsXiu3UX312KBzYfUg?e=N6zsDd" target="_blank"><strong><u><br><br><head3>
<b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b>
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The Principal will lead across the school community to: <br></li>
<li>Model faith in action <br></li>
<li>Develop and shape a shared vision focussed on providing quality educational experiences and learning outcomes for all students <br></li>
<li>Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, and all other stakeholders <br></li>
<li>Support and monitor the learning and growth of effective teachers <br></li>
<li>Set high standards for students and staff performance. <br></li>