Assistant Principal – Wellbeing & Engagement

About the role

Notre Dame College is seeking an Assistant Principal to lead wellbeing and engagement across its P‑12 community. Reporting to the Principal, you will help shape a vibrant Catholic identity while fostering a safe, inclusive environment where every student can thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a coherent, whole‑school approach to student wellbeing, engagement and formation aligned with the Notre Dame Way and Marist tradition.
• Drive implementation of the Notre Dame Formation Plan and embed the Education Strategy within pastoral frameworks.
• Use data on wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and engagement to inform strategic improvement.
• Develop staff capacity in evidence‑informed wellbeing practices such as trauma‑informed, restorative and PB4L approaches.
• Oversee student support systems, case management, behaviour, attendance and engagement initiatives.
• Build strong partnerships with staff, students, families and external agencies while line‑managing Pastoral Middle Leaders.

Required profile

• Proven experience in senior school leadership, preferably as an Assistant Principal or in a comparable role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead wellbeing and pastoral programs in a Catholic school setting.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive improvement.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with diverse stakeholders.

Required skills

• Knowledge of trauma‑informed, restorative and PB4L practices.
• Experience with student support and case‑management systems.
• Ability to use data analytics for strategic decision‑making.

What we offer

• Full‑time continuing appointment with a five‑year term and potential extension.
• Competitive salary range $149,763 – $157,120 per annum plus superannuation.
• Opportunity to shape the culture of a growing, innovative Catholic college.
• Professional development and leadership growth within a supportive community.