Principal - Catholic Primary school - Far West rural NSW - 2027

Principal - Catholic Primary school in rural NSW 
Term 1, 2027 Start
Full-Time, Permanent
Rural NSW
Competitive Salary Package + Leadership Benefits

Prospero Teaching are proud to be partnering with a well-established Catholic primary school in regional NSW to appoint an exceptional Principal for a permanent leadership position commencing Term 1, 2027.

This welcoming and community-focused school is committed to providing high-quality Catholic education in a nurturing environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to achieve their full potential. With a strong emphasis on faith formation, academic excellence, student wellbeing, and community engagement, the school offers an outstanding opportunity for an experienced educational leader to make a lasting impact.

The opportunity
As Principal, you will provide visionary leadership to foster a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement across all aspects of school life.
Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the school's strategic direction in alignment with Catholic values and educational priorities
• Promoting a strong culture of faith, learning, wellbeing, and community
• Supporting and developing high-performing teaching and support staff
• Driving excellence in teaching, learning, and student achievement
• Building positive partnerships with students, families, parish members, and the wider community
• Managing school operations, resources, and compliance requirements effectively
• Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students
• Leading school improvement initiatives that enhance educational outcomes and community engagement

About you
You are an inspiring and collaborative leader who:

• Holds relevant teaching qualifications and postgraduate leadership qualifications or equivalent experience
• Is accredited with NESA and holds appropriate leadership accreditation
• Has demonstrated success in educational leadership within a primary school setting
• Possesses a strong understanding of contemporary teaching and learning practices
• Has experience leading and developing staff to achieve outstanding outcomes
• Demonstrates excellent communication, relationship-building, and community engagement skills
• Is committed to student wellbeing, inclusion, and academic excellence
• Actively supports and promotes the Catholic mission and values of the school

Why this school?

• Well-respected Catholic primary school with strong parish connections
• Supportive and engaged school community
• Opportunity to lead a dedicated and experienced team of educators
• Strong focus on faith formation, wellbeing, and student success
• Beautiful rural NSW location offering an excellent lifestyle
• Supportive diocesan leadership and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students, staff, and the wider community
• Long-term leadership opportunity within a values-driven environment

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced educational leader to lead a thriving Catholic primary school and shape the future of a close-knit regional school community.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Ruby Schwarz at Prospero Teaching on ************ or apply today.