Deputy Principal

Deputy Principal

Position Type

School Leadership

Commence Date

18 Jan 2027

Employment Status

Fixed Term / Contract

FTE/Hours per week

Full Time

Year Levels

Primary, Middle, Secondary

Subject(s)/Grade

$179,648 per annum

Role Details

The Opportunity

St Joseph's School, Murray Bridge is seeking an experienced and faith-filled leader to join our community as Deputy Principal.

Working closely with the Principal, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to drive excellence in teaching and learning, student wellbeing, faith formation and community engagement. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a welcoming and inclusive Reception to Year-9 school that values kindness, compassion and strong relationships.

As Deputy Principal, you will be a visible and approachable leader who supports staff, nurtures student growth and partners with families, parish and the wider community to create an environment where every child is known, valued and supported to thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partnering with the Principal to lead school improvement and strategic priorities
• Strengthening Catholic identity and fostering Josephite traditions across the school community
• Leading teaching and learning excellence through evidence-informed practice and data-informed improvement
• Maintaining a classroom teaching presence that models exemplary practice and supports student learning
• Fostering student wellbeing, engagement, inclusion and positive behaviour
• Building staff capability and strengthening partnerships with families, parish and community

About You

We are seeking someone who:

• Is an active Catholic committed to leading a faith-centred school community
• Demonstrates successful leadership in teaching and learning improvement
• Builds genuine relationships with students, families and staff through visible, approachable and collaborative leadership
• Leads with empathy, integrity and a strong commitment to student wellbeing and inclusion
• Uses evidence and data to drive continuous improvement and student achievement
• Has the confidence to lead change, make informed decisions and foster a culture of accountability and growth

Why Us?

Join a vibrant and inclusive Catholic school where relationships, faith and student success are at the heart of everything we do.

As part of a dedicated leadership team, you will have the opportunity to influence learning, wellbeing and school improvement while helping every student reach their full potential.

• Lead within a strong Josephite tradition grounded in kindness, compassion and service
• Work in partnership with engaged families, parish and community
• Access contemporary learning environments, including outstanding specialist facilities
• Be part of Catholic Education South Australia, a system committed to leadership growth and continuous improvement

About Us

Founded in 1925, St Joseph's School Murray Bridge is an inclusive R-9 Catholic school serving the diverse communities of the Murraylands region.

Inspired by our Josephite tradition and the motto "In All Things Kindness", we foster a culture where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish academically, socially, spiritually and emotionally. Through strong partnerships with families, parish and community, we provide a welcoming learning environment focused on wellbeing, inclusion and excellence for every learner.

Our students benefit from a comprehensive curriculum, contemporary learning facilities and rich opportunities across the arts, sport and languages. Guided by our values of Community, Cooperation, Respect, Kindness, Compassion and Inclusion, we are committed to helping young people become capable learners, responsible citizens and people of hope.

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