Senior Leadership role, Full Time, Fixed Term 5 years (+5), starting January 2026
All Boys Independent Catholic Secondary School – EREA Network
Assistant Principal Level $149,763 - $157,119 + Super
About the role
In this position you will be an integral part of our College Leadership Team. You will share responsibility for the leadership of the school's vision, mission and strategic priorities and contribute to the life and good management of the school. You will be delegated responsibility for the co-ordination and supervision of the day-to-day academic operations of the College.
You will work collaboratively with the College Information Technology Team to gather and analyse data on a range of indicators to enhance school performance throughout the college, along with the curriculum leadership of a Director of Teaching and Learning, Academic Deans, Faculty Leaders and administration support.
More broadly, you will support the goals of the College Strategic Plan to pursue enhanced outcomes for all members of the College community.
About the contract
The position is fixed term (5 years + 5), full time. This position is a timetabled teaching role of up to two lines.
About you
To be considered for this role you will need:
* Valid working rights within Australia.
* Be committed to the goals, ethos and mission of the College as a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice Tradition and be willing to support and participate in the prayer, liturgy and sacramental life of the Church in the school community.
* A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision and ethos of Ignatius Park College.
* Appropriate Tertiary qualifications in Education and a current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
* Willingness to achieve Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School or Accreditation to Teach Religion in a Catholic School (Teachers of Religious Education).
* Additional qualifications in educational leadership (highly desirable).
* Demonstrated teaching and leadership experience within a school environment.
* Willingness to support the co-curricular program.
* Strong people management skills and the ability to build and direct a team of colleagues.
* A demonstrated ability to gather, process and analyse educational, business and other performance data to inform school improvement and decision making.
* The ability to construct, implement and maintain the College timetable using Timetabling Solutions integrated with TASS (The Alpha School System).
* The ability to work in a busy school environment, adapting the daily routine and applying resources to meet variations in the College calendar.
* Outstanding professionalism and the ability to inspire others to a shared vision and ambition for their teams and the wider College.
About our Organisation
Ignatius Park College is an all-boys Independent Catholic secondary school located in Townsville, North Queensland catering for approximately 950 boys from Years 7-12. The College is a member of the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) network of 55 schools across Australia. Ignatius Park College has a tradition of academic, cultural, sporting, spiritual and personal excellence by providing the highest standards of staff, facilities and opportunities for students in a caring Christian environment.
What we offer
Ignatius Park College have access to a range of employee benefits including:
* Competitive salary structure
* Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary
* Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Leave)
* 14 weeks paid maternity leave
* 10 days paid paternity leave
* Discounted IPC school fees
* Wellbeing projects and recognition of loyalty and service
* Access to staff health initiatives including pool and gym access
* Travel opportunities through our sporting tours and immersions
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Involvement in co-curricular activities
* Faith Formation
Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact the Principal, Luke Thomson on 4796 0222.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online via the Ignatius Park College website.
Applications must include:
* Cover letter (maximum 2 page) addressing your ability to perform the key accountabilities and meet the key requirements of the role.
* Current resume detailing qualifications, relevant work experience and 2 work related referees including phone and email contact details.
* EREA Child Safe Declaration.
* Copies of relevant qualifications, registrations and licences.
Applications close Sunday 19 October 2025. Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the advertised close date.
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