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St Paul's Catholic Parish Primary School, Camden · New South Wales

Principal (Primary)

PrincipalPrincipal / Head of School

St Paul’s Catholic Parish Primary School in Camden, New South Wales, is seeking a permanent, full-time Principal for the beginning of the 2027 school year. The school serves about 612 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Applicants need NESA teaching accreditation, relevant postgraduate study and Catholic senior leadership accreditation, with responsibility for learning, staff development, governance and community relationships.

  • Permanent full-time principal position
  • Approximately 612 Kindergarten to Year 6 students
  • Commences at the beginning of 2027
  • Catholic senior leadership accreditation required

Closes in 20 days

Applications close 18 Oct 2026.

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About the role

Permanent, full-time principal role leading a Kindergarten to Year 6 Catholic primary school of about 612 students. The principal will lead teaching quality, staff development, school improvement, governance and community relationships, commencing at the beginning of the 2027 school year. The role includes access to leadership development, Catholic Education Office support and a funded professional mentor.

What they’re looking for

  • Catholic faith leadership and commitment to Catholic school mission
  • Leading effective teaching and learning across the school
  • Building staff capability through professional learning and feedback
  • Managing improvement, innovation and strategic change
  • Knowledge of governance, NESA and legislative obligations
  • Collaborative relationships with church, families and local community

About the school

St Paul's is a co-educational Catholic parish primary school in Camden serving families across Camden and the Macarthur region. Its approach is centred on Catholic faith, prayer, ritual, sacred music and the teachings of St Paul.

How to apply

Submit a cover letter addressed to the Executive Director of Schools, a two- to three-page response to the essential criteria, and a resume. Existing Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong employees should apply through the internal job page; the Team Leader, Talent Acquisition and Employee Services can discuss the role. Applications close Sunday 18 October 2026 at 11:55pm.

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The role

Sector
Principal
Role
Principal / Head of School
Hours
full time
Tenure
permanent
Listed
18 Sept 2026

In the school’s words

“Kindergarten to Year 6 serving the Camden Parish with an enrolment of approximately 612 pupils. Location: St Paul's Catholic Parish Primary School, Camden The Executive Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced leaders for the Principal…”

From the listing by St Paul's Catholic Parish Primary School, Camden on the Education Gazette.

The school

Address
20 Mitchell Street, CAMDEN, NSW

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