Position: Principal
Salary Range: $184,396 to $201,737 per annum pending experience + $32,850 PAR Allowance
Commencing Date: 12 January 2026
Tenure: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date: Monday, 4 August 2025

Columba Catholic College, Charters Towers is a vibrant, affordable P-12 Catholic college catering for the full needs of families and students. Being co-educational, students can find their own special niche for learning and personal growth. The P-12 setting gives students access to a wide range of subjects and opportunities, matched to current and emerging pathways and occupations. Columba Catholic College endeavours to provide deep learning for the mind, a spiritual base for the soul, and an athletic dynamism for the body. Current students, past students, future students and their parents all integrate into the Columba family which incorporates those parts of our history which once were Mount Carmel College, St Mary's College, and St Columba's Primary School of Charters Towers.

About the role

Columba Catholic College, Charters Towers is seeking an experienced and dedicated Principal. This is a full time, fixed term appointment for 4 years, commencing 12 January 2026.

As Principal, you will lead a team of experienced educators who are dedicated to ensuring our students are provided with the very best opportunities to achieve their individual goals in a positive, safe and supportive environment. In addition, the Townsville Diocese provides support to you through its operational arm, the Townsville Catholic Education Office. This support takes the form of expertise in Learning and Teaching, Catholic Identity, Indigenous Education, School Development and Organisational Services, including, ICT, Finance, Human Resources and Student Protection. The position of Principal provides for the leadership and management of quality Catholic schooling and the growth and development of the Principal in the role. The Principal’s call to leadership is a call to respond to the centrality of Jesus Christ and thus serve the Mission of Catholic Education. The Principal is the leading educational professional within the school, inspiring students, staff and members of the community to continuously enhance learning.

Key Leadership qualities and capabilities

Promotes the Catholic vision in the school's goals, policies, programs and structures

Baptised Catholic who demonstrates a commitment to the Catholic faith both at school and in parish

Displays confidence, curiosity, enthusiasm and optimism

Displays emotional intelligence in working with individuals and groups

Builds an inclusive, trusting community and cultivates productive working relationships

Is an effective coach, able to respond clearly and provide and receive constructive feedback.

What we offer
An attractive remuneration package including:

Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading

Salary packaging options

Modern facilities, equipment and resources

Superannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (in a co-contribution arrangement)

Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service

Up to 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave

Deferred Salary Scheme

Corporate health insurance

Induction, professional development and learning opportunities

Wellbeing programs and initiatives

Leadership Support

Our Organisation

Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission. Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

How to apply

Click on the link to apply via the Careers page.

Please refer to the Position Description, Catholic School Leadership Framework and the Qualification and Study Expectations for Positions of Senior Leadership document to support your response.

TCEO Strategic Direction 2022 - 2026

For a confidential conversation please contact the Education Consultant Greg Cameron on 07 4773 0900

For further information regarding the remuneration package please contact TCEO People and Safety [email protected]

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications close: at 3pm Monday, 4 August 2025.