Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) · Victoria
Principal - Stella Maris School, Beaumaris
PrincipalPrincipal / Head of School
Stella Maris School in Beaumaris, Victoria, is appointing a full-time, fixed-term Principal to lead its Catholic primary school of about 120 students. The role combines faith and instructional leadership with responsibility for curriculum, student and staff wellbeing, compliance, resource management and community relationships; the commencement date is not stated, and applications close 9 November 2026.
- Active Catholic Church membership required
- Primary school enrolment of about 120 students
- Specialist Italian, arts, PE and STEM programs
- Fixed-term, full-time leadership position
Closes in 3 days
Applications close 9 Nov 2026.
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About the role
This fixed-term, full-time Principal role leads a school of 120 students in collaboration with staff, MACS, the local parish priest and the wider community. The Principal provides Catholic faith and educational leadership, oversees curriculum, student wellbeing, staff development, resources and compliance, and supports the school’s strategic goals. The start date is not stated.
What they’re looking for
- Active, practising member of a Catholic Church community
- Evidence-based curriculum and instructional leadership experience
- Commitment to safeguarding, wellbeing and legislative compliance
- Strategic resource management, enrolment growth and financial oversight
- Pastoral leadership grounded in justice and compassion
- Coaching skills supporting staff development and continuous improvement
About the school
Stella Maris School in Beaumaris is a Catholic primary school established in 1956, with students from Foundation to Year 6. It has specialist programs, modern learning spaces, extensive outdoor facilities and strong links with the Catholic parish, families and local community.
How to apply
Apply online through the listing and provide VIT registration evidence, academic qualifications, a current resume, cover letter, a four- to five-page response to the selection criteria, and three referees including the parish priest. Direct questions to the appointments team; applications close on 9 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Principal
- Role
- Principal / Head of School
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Listed
- 23 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Stella Maris School, Beaumaris is seeking a Principal who is an educational leader who inspires excellence, leads with strong faith and integrity. At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish…”
The school
- Address
- 228 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne, VIC