The Opportunity

The Diocese of Port Pirie is seeking an exceptional and inspiring leader to join our St Mark’s College community as Deputy Principal of the Benedict Campus (Reception to Year 6). This is a pivotal leadership role within a vibrant, inclusive, and future-focused Catholic College located in the welcoming regional city of Port Pirie.

With a proud heritage grounded in the charisms of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan and the Salesians of Don Bosco, St Mark’s offers a nurturing learning environment that values collaboration, excellence and community. The Benedict Campus is a modern, well-resourced primary setting that balances tradition with innovation, supported by a strong sense of belonging.

As Deputy Principal, you will work in close partnership with the Principal and College Leadership Team to shape and lead our strong staff team to deliver high-quality, evidence-informed teaching and learning practices, while fostering a positive, inclusive and faith-filled school culture.

Key Responsibilities

Actively contribute to the Catholic identity of the College through leadership of liturgical life and faith formation.

Lead and support high-impact teaching and learning practices using data and evidence to improve outcomes for all students.

Champion the wellbeing and inclusion of students through the implementation of PBIS and other evidence-based practices.

Foster a culture of collaboration, high expectations and continuous improvement among staff.

Build strong relationships with students, staff, families and the wider Port Pirie community.

Ensure a safe, engaging and responsive learning environment aligned to the College’s strategic goals and the Living Learning Leading Framework.

Contribute to whole-school improvement planning, curriculum leadership and the development of inclusive and differentiated practices.

Promote innovation, digital engagement and excellence in classroom practices and student achievement.

About You

You will:

Be an active contributor to school, parish and community life.

Have an impact on fostering a safe, positive culture of inclusion that strives for equity and excellence.

Play a major role in leading ongoing school improvement through data and evidence-informed teaching and learning practices, improving learning outcomes for all students.

Focus on building a culture of welcome and active engagement for families and the wider community.

Build on staff commitment to being a professional learning community that has high expectations of growth, underpinned by appropriate support.

Please refer to the Position Description and Information Pack for further information

Why Join Us?

Be part of a College known for its warm, inclusive culture and strong community spirit.

Collaborate within a dynamic, forward-thinking leadership team committed to ongoing professional growth.

Work in a well-resourced primary campus, surrounded by natural beauty and supported by modern facilities.

Enjoy life in Port Pirie – a regional hub known for its friendliness, affordable lifestyle, and access to the Flinders Ranges.

Contribute meaningfully to a school that integrates Catholic values with contemporary, high-quality education.

About Us

We are Catholic Education South Australia with almost 9,000 staff who are Raising Minds and Minds of more than 56,000 students across our 101 Catholic Schools.

The Diocese of Port Pirie provides high quality Catholic Education across regional and remote South Australia

Through your commitment to educational excellence, we provide dynamic, innovative, and personalised learning in a Catholic context, from Early Years to Year 12 and beyond.

Our schools work in partnership with families to educate and nurture the whole person, helping them to be thriving people, capable learners and leaders for the world God desires.

Applications close Monday 26 August, 9am ACST

How to Apply

Cover letter (1 A4 page) detailing the following:

Your experience relevant to the role

What has motivated you to apply; and

What you hope to contribute to the school community.

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