Job no: 508745
Work type: ongoing full-time
Location: Good Shepherd Primary School - Plumpton
Categories: School Leadership
At Good Shepherd, we believe in personalised learning. We recognise that each student is unique, with their own individual strengths, interests, and learning needs. Our dedicated teachers work closely with our students to tailor their learning experiences. Inclusivity is at the heart of our school community. We embrace and celebrate diversity, welcoming students from all backgrounds and abilities. We have a strong focus on promoting positive relationships, empathy, and understanding among our students.
CSPD is committed to responding to the needs of all students. With over 5,000 employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools and office communities, our aim is to transform learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 43,500 students while enriching the professional lives of staff.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are currently seeking a committed and driven Assistant Principal to share in the leadership of the Catholic school community by supporting the Principal and leadership team. The focus of your role will be to support the continued delivery of high-quality contemporary learning and teaching within the school and to deliver strong academic outcomes within the community that we serve which is embedded in the Catholic worldview.
This is a permanent full-time position, commencing Term 1, 2026.
This rewarding Senior School Leadership opportunity serves as instrumental support to the Principal in all areas including Leading Pedagogy, Catholic Culture, Leading Self & Others and Stewardship.

More specifically, you will:

• Focus on the synergy between equipping students with core academic skills as well as building their core values and personal qualities
• Empower staff, students and parents to actively engage with the school community through effective relationships
• Be an active and leading part of a high-performing Senior Leadership team, with transparency, integrity and high levels of self-awareness
• Work collaboratively with teachers, students and families to grow student learning and development in thriving communities

QUALIFICATIONS AND ACCREDITATION

• Meet the requirements of Category E of the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy or agree to meet these requirements in your first contract term. This includes four units of postgraduate study in RE/Theology and/or Catholic Leadership in addition to those undertaken for Category D.
• Be accredited to teach Religious Education (Category D).
• During the recruitment process, you will need to provide:
• Certified copy of a Certificate of Accreditation for Category D and E
• Copy of Baptism Certificate
• Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children Check clearance
• Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)

Please refer the Job description for details