Assistant Principal

Salary: $165,553 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: January 2026, Term One 

About St Matthew's Primary School

At St Matthew’s Primary School, we provide an inclusive environment where every student is valued and supported. We pride ourselves on using evidence-based, high-impact teaching practices that maximise learning outcomes and enable each student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our school supports a dedicated team of staff who engage in continuous professional development, ensuring our programs reflect the latest research and best practices and establish a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Beyond academics, St Matthew’s is committed to holistic development, nurturing students’ intellectual, physical, and emotional well-being to foster values of curiosity, resilience, and respect. We are proud of our diverse, connected community, offering a supportive, faith-filled setting where students can reach their full potential. 

About the Role   

The Assistant Principal is a key member of the school’s leadership team, working closely with the Principal to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-achieving school culture. The Assistant Principal supports the strategic direction of the school by contributing to collaborative decision-making, goal setting, and the implementation of initiatives that enhance teaching and learning. The Assistant Principla oversees the delivery of evidence-based practices, monitors student progress, and uses data to inform continuous improvement. A strong focus is placed on supporting teachers through professional development, coaching, and mentoring, while also strengthening partnerships with families and the wider community. This position requires a balance of instructional leadership, operational management, and a commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Benefits and Opportunities 

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst  
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice 
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices 

Qualifications and Eligibility Criteria 

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration
• Provide a reference from a current Parish Priest
• Accreditation E or be due to complete Accreditation E in accordance with the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn Policy 
• Practising Catholic connected to a parish or other worshipping community 

Application Process   

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be acces