Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal | St Mary's CPS, Orange
Co-educational, years K-6 (439 enrolments)
Full-time permanent teaching position with an initial 3-year Assistant Principal allowance
Commencing Term 3 2026
Access to a wide range of employee benefits

About the Role 

St Mary's CPS, Orange is seeking an Assistant Principal to join the senior leadership team to support the faith, inclusion and academic excellence of the school community. 

Key responsibilities:

• Creating a faith community that brings the Gospel and teachings of the Catholic Church to all the students, families and staff;

• Model and promote excellence in teaching and learning with a focus on evidence-based, inclusive pedagogy.

• Provide leadership in religious education, ensuring faith development is integral to school life.

• Lead initiatives that improve student wellbeing, engagement, and achievement.

• Support, mentor, and develop teachers and middle leaders to foster professional growth.

• Collaborate on school-wide strategic planning, resource management, and community engagement.

• Promote a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school culture that values every member of the community.

A copy of the Position Description can be found by clicking here

About You 

• A committed and practising Catholic who can articulate and promote a deep understanding of the mission of Catholic education.

• Accredited, or qualified to be accredited, at least at Category D, but preferably at Category E or willingness to attain Category E in your first contract period (Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools Policy).

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and NESA accreditation to teach in NSW. 

• Demonstrated success as an accomplished teacher with high expectations for student learning.

• Demonstrated ability to foster a learning culture of shared responsibility focused on quality teaching, and quality learning for all students, and ensuring excellence in teaching and learning

• Proven leadership in faith formation, education, and staff development.

• Experience building effective partnerships with families and parishes.

• Ability to use data and research to inform continuous improvement.

• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills.

• A strong commitment to Catholic values and the mission of the Church.

Why Work with Us? 

• Supportive school community

• Career growth - access to professional development and mentoring programs to help you thrive

• Diverse opportunities

• Work-life balance - enjoy the balance of fulfilling work with lifestyle-friendly benefits 

• Access to Fitness Passport & salary packaging 

Click here to find out more about Orange, NSW.

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,900 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St. Mary's Catholic Primary School in Orange, NSW, is a faith-centered community dedicated to learning, justice, and love. Our Catholic identity is central, emphasising faith formation and practice. We offer a contemporary curriculum focused on academic excellence, supported by extensive digital resources and collaborative learning opportunities to encourage creativity and innovation. Students actively participate in co-curricular activities and social justice outreach. Our vibrant learning environment, including modern facilities and grounds, fosters happy learners.

Click here to find out more about St Mary's CPS, Orange

How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

• Contact details of three- referees, which must include your current principal, the parish priest of the parish at which you regularly worship, and your school consultant (or equivalent if you are outside the CEDB)

• All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 20 May 2026. 

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the Schools Consultant, Dermott O'Neill, on (02) 6338 3000.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.