The School:

Our Lady of The Sacred Heart Thamurrurr Catholic College (OLSHT) is the sole provider of compulsory education in the remote Aboriginal Community of Wadeye. Wadeye is located 400 km South West of Darwin. OLSHT enrolment fluctuates between 450-550. The College operates from Transition to Year Twelve and includes a Pre-school and a Families as First Teachers program.

Our Lady of The Sacred Heart is a bilingual school and has integrated Thamarrurr culture and the Murrinhpatha language in all elements of its teachings and operation. Bilingual and Bicultural education is supported by the OLSHT Literature Production Centre which employs, artists, linguists, and authors to produce high quality literacy resources.

The Role:

The Principal plays a critical role in supporting a diverse community of learners maintaining strong relationships with local groups and community leaders supporting students in their educational endeavors. Working collaboratively with the members of the School Leadership Team, the Principal is required to provide strategic and operational leadership in the following areas: Catholic Identity, Leadership, Teaching & Learning, Pastoral Care & Wellbeing, Community & Culture and Finance, Facilities & Resources.

What We Offer:

High Income Threshold

Benefits Package of $ 26,953 (Included in the remuneration Package)

Salary Sacrificing up to $15,900

Relocation Allowance up to $ 7,000

Furnished Housing

Contribution to utilities (Power and Water)

Storage costs up to $200 per month

Funded Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program

This position will involve working with children. The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with legislation.

Full details are outlined in the position description within the Information Pack.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

DOWNLOAD THE INFORMATION PACK FROM THE APPLICATION LINKS AS PER THE BELOW

For external applicants, click 'Apply' to complete the application.

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To apply for this position, complete all the sections in the system by providing your resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria in the position description.

Please note that your supporting documents must include your work eligibility / visa status document, TRB registration, and working with children document.

Three references using the confidential referee form must be emailed by referees (including 1 religious referee) to [email protected].

School Website: https://www.olshtnt.catholic.edu.au/

If you require more information regarding applying to this position, please contact Recruitment on (08) 8984 1400.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 25 AUGUST 2025