St Joseph's Primary School, Numurkah is seeking a Deputy Principal to join our welcoming school environment. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Catholic Education in the Sandhurst Diocese.

About you:

• You live out the guiding beliefs and values of the Catholic Church
• Have proven leadership experience in educational settings, with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering positive relationships with all stakeholders.
• Hold an Accreditation to teach and/or lead in a Catholic school, with current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
• Hold Post Graduate studies in Leadership and/or Learning and Pedagogy or are willing to obtain.

Position Details:

Title: Deputy Principal 

Classification: Deputy Principal Category B

Annual salary: $128,908 - $132,650

Hours: Full-time - 38 hours per week

Employment Status: 6-year tenure (January 2027 to January 2033) with underlying and ongoing teaching position 

Location: Numurkah

About St Joseph's Primary School

St Joseph’s Primary School, Numurkah is a welcoming Catholic co-educational school in regional Victoria, serving students from Prep to Year 6. Inspired by the legacy of Saint Mary MacKillop, the school fosters a faith-filled, inclusive environment where student wellbeing and academic growth are prioritised. With a strong partnership with Catholic Education Sandhurst and involvement in the evidence based Magnify Sandhurst initiative, the school supports high-quality teaching, calm classrooms, and professional growth for staff. Set in a vibrant rural community, St Joseph’s offers a warm, values-driven environment for both students and educators. 

What We Offer You

• A supportive and engaged school community, with opportunities for career advancement.
• The chance to contribute to the success and sustainability of a thriving school environment.
• A secure and rewarding position within Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited.
• Innovative Learning Practices.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse group of students and educators.
• Engagement with a school community that celebrates inclusivity, faith, and shared values.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A strong commitment to student welfare and holistic development.
• Access to innovative teaching resources and cutting-edge educational programs

Magnify Sandhurst
In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese.

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. 

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 

It’s an exciting time to be in Catholic Education! 

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.  

Applications Close: Sunday, 9th August 2026

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.  

For more information about CESL or to register for future opportunities, please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.