Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College · Northern Territory
Deputy Principal - Secondary
SecondaryDeputy / Assistant Head of SchoolHousing or relocation help
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College in Wadeye, 430 km south-west of Darwin, is seeking a permanent, full-time Deputy Principal (Secondary). The role leads teaching, learning, pastoral care, Catholic identity and community engagement in a bilingual, bicultural Preschool to Year 12 school, with appointment as soon as possible; salary is $171,233.18 plus superannuation and remote benefits.
- Secondary leadership in Murrinhpatha-speaking community
- Furnished housing and school vehicle provided
- Relocation assistance up to $4,500
- Postgraduate qualifications expected or underway
Closes in 12 days
Applications close 17 Nov 2026.
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About the role
This is a permanent, full-time Deputy Principal role leading secondary teaching and learning alongside the Principal. The position covers Catholic identity, pastoral care and wellbeing, community and culture, staff development, school improvement, and operational resources, with the appointment intended as soon as possible. Benefits include a school vehicle, furnished housing, relocation assistance, remote-school payments and allowances, and other Catholic Education Northern Territory employment benefits.
What they’re looking for
- Commitment to Catholic education and membership of a Eucharistic community
- Strong Catholic leadership embedding faith and values across school life
- Postgraduate study in Religious Education, Theology, or Educational Leadership
- Proven school leadership in teaching, learning, and improvement
- Pastoral care, staff development, communication, and organisational capability
- Eligibility for NT registration and an Ochre Card
About the school
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College is the sole compulsory education provider in the remote Aboriginal community of Wadeye, 430 kilometres south-west of Darwin. It has 450–550 students from Preschool to Year 12 and is a bilingual, bicultural Catholic school incorporating Thamarrurr culture and Murrinhpatha across its learning.
How to apply
Apply online through the relevant application package, providing a resume, a cover letter addressing the essential criteria, and details for three referees, including a Parish Priest or Pastor. Applications close on 17 November 2026; enquiries can be directed to the Recruitment team.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Deputy / Assistant Head of School
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 27 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Lead faith-based education as Deputy Principal in Wadeye, shaping learning, culture, and community at OLSH Thamarrurr Catholic College. Join a community where your work truly matters. At Catholic Education Northern Territory, we’re more than a network of schools. We’re a…”
The school
- Address
- 1 Perdjert St, WADEYE, NT