Assistant Principal: Students - St Patrick's College

Overview

Position: Assistant Principal:
Students

Start date: January 2027

Employment Status: Full-Time (5 year Contract)

Salary: $149,765 to $157,118 (pending experience) + 12.75% superannuation

Applications Close: Friday, 12 June 2026

Applications are invited for the position of Assistant Principal:
Students to join the leadership team at St Patrick's College, Mackay
.

This full-time position, commencing January 2027, offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the spiritual and educational life of the school community.

The Assistant Principal:
Students provides leadership to develop and maintain physical and human resources to deliver effective education programs within the college according to Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton (CEDR) policies and practices. The role acts under the direction of the Principal as a member of the College Leadership Team and supports the College Mission.

We are seeking a faith-inspired professional educator with vision, energy and a demonstrated commitment to the welfare of students.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

• Enhancing Catholic Ethos and Identity:
  Fostering the religious life of the school through Gospel values and quality religious education.
• Leading, Teaching and Learning:
  Ability to develop and implement high quality learning and teaching programs.
• Developing self and others:
  Supporting others and building capacity with a focus on continuous improvement of teaching and learning.
• Leading improvement, innovation and change:
  Aligning strategic goals with the school vision and improvement processes.
• Engaging with the community:
  Building relationships with staff, students, parents, clergy, parishioners and the wider community.

• Practising Catholic with a commitment to Catholic education
• Experience of successful leadership in Catholic education
• Ability to foster inspirational teaching and learning and lead school improvement initiatives
• Strong interpersonal skills to build partnerships within the school and local community
• Willingness to provide leadership in areas delegated by the Principal
• Ability to lead in ways consistent with the message of Jesus and Catholic Church teachings, Diocesan policies and the Diocese of Rockhampton Charter

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and the ability to obtain approved Queensland College of Teachers Registration
• Australian work rights

St Patrick’s College is a co-educational Catholic College with approximately 1500 students, offering Years 7–10 at the Mercy Campus and Years 11–12 at the Senior Campus. The College is rooted in Catholic education and community life.

Mackay, Queensland is located 970 kilometres north of Brisbane, known for its beaches and proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday Islands.

• Competitive salary range - $149,765 to $157,118 (pending experience)
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Salary packaging options (eligibility applies)
• Corporate health discounts with Bupa or Westfund
• Fitness Passport
• 39 weeks of term time for the school year
• Employee Assistance Program (24-hour counselling)
• Leadership development opportunities
• Induction, professional learning programs and Early Career Teacher Support
• Long service leave after 7 years (portability may apply)
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Modern facilities and resources

Please review the

How To Apply

Online Guide. Requirements include:

• Complete the application questions
• Upload a Cover Letter addressed to the Diocesan Director and Current Resume
• Upload supporting documentation (QCT Registration, Birth Certificate, Passport or Visa if applicable, name-change documentation, teaching statements, qualifications)
• Read and accept the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
• Read Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School policies
• Upload a written response referencing the Key Characteristics and Vision for Christian Leadership

Applications close:
Friday, 12 June 2026.

• For a confidential conversation, contact Mr David Paul, Assistant Director:
  Schools - Northern Region, at .
• To learn more about Accreditation, view the Accreditation Information Sheet.
• For information regarding the remuneration package, contact Employee Support Services at  or Employmentholic.edu.au

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.