Sydney Catholic Schools · New South Wales
Principal - Engadine
PrincipalPrincipal / Head of School
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School in Engadine, New South Wales, is seeking a full-time Principal to lead its K–6 school of 755 students from 28 January 2027. This temporary appointment may be renewed, subject to performance, for up to 10 years at the school, and suits a Catholic educational leader with relevant postgraduate qualifications and Category E accreditation requirements. Applications close 21 September 2026.
- 755-student K–6 Catholic primary school
- Starts 28 January 2027
- Temporary appointment, renewable up to 10 years
- Category E accreditation required or attainable
Closes in 2 days
Applications close 21 Sept 2026.
Read the full listing and applyOpens Teachers On Net, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Lead St John Bosco Catholic Primary School across Years K–6, with 755 students, as a full-time principal. The appointment is fixed-term and begins Thursday, 28 January 2027; it may be renewed for up to 10 years at the school, subject to performance.
What they’re looking for
- Catholic educational leadership grounded in faith and mission
- Strong relationships with staff, students, families and parish
- Evidence-based teaching and high expectations
- Experience leading whole-school improvement
- Ability to mentor staff and grow leadership capability
- Relevant postgraduate or master's qualification
About the school
The school is a Catholic primary school in Engadine with a Salesian character, shaped by the teachings of St John Bosco and St Francis de Sales. It emphasises faith, learning, relationships, student wellbeing, strong teaching and parish connections.
How to apply
Apply online with a current resume, a two-page cover letter and three referees: your current manager or principal, a previous principal and your Parish Priest. Applications close Monday, 21 September 2026; contact the Leadership Recruitment Specialist or People & Culture Services team for further information.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Principal
- Role
- Principal / Head of School
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Listed
- 18 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Principal Principal | K-6 | 755 Students St John Bosco Catholic Primary School Engadine Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027 Application Closing Date: Monday, 21 September 2026 Employment Type: Full-Time Principal | K-6 | 755 Students St John Bosco Catholic…”
The school
- Address
- 680 George Street, Sydney, NSW