Acting Deputy Principal - Primary
Contract Dates: 15th March th January 2027
Employment Type:Full-Time, Fixed Term Acting Leadership Position (Parental Leave Replacement)
Salary Range:Commensurate with experience - DP1 $153,276 - DP4 $164,999 gross per annum FTE
Closing Date for Applications:12.00pm, Friday 6th February 2026
MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter
MacKillop Catholic College, a master-planned Prep to Year 12 College located in the growing southern corridor of Cairns, was established in 2016 with Prep-Year 3 classes. The College has developed progressively, adding additional year levels annually, and commenced secondary education in 2020 with Year 7, and the first Year 12 cohort graduated in Guided by the authentic discipleship of Saint Mary MacKillop of the Cross, and the Josephite tradition, our mission, to inspire hearts, minds and spirits, is grounded in the vision to provide quality 21st century education to the young people in our community.
About the Role
The Deputy Principal - Primary provides leadership in support of the Principal in the day to day leadership of the College's Primary sector.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description MCC PD Deputy Principal - Head of
Mandatory Qualifications and Requirements
* Participation in and commitment to the sacramental life of the Catholic Church
* Understanding and commitment to education in the Catholic tradition
* Postgraduate (Master level) qualifications in Education and/or Religion as per Queensland Catholic Education Commission Position Statement for Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in Queensland
* Leadership experience:
* Demonstrated ability in religious and educational leadership
* Demonstrated administrative ability
* Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships
* Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary educational issues at state and national levels with particular reference to Religious Education
* Written and verbal communication skills of a high order
* Demonstrated commitment to the Pastoral Care of members of the College community
* Skills for building community, including facilitation, delegation, and consultation
* Professional qualifications in Education
* Registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers
* Promote child safety at all times
* Current drivers' licence
* A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision and ethos of Catholic Education
What we offer
* Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
* Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
* Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
* 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
* 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
* Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
* Access to Employee Assistance Program
* Fitness Passport Membership available
To Apply
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Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.
Enquiries
Janelle Newman, College Principal
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Jessica Russell - Human Resources Officer
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Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.