Contract Dates: 19 January 2026 to 17 January 2031
Initial five (5) year contract with a further five (5) year appointment subject to a satisfactory performance review at the conclusion of the first five years.
Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term
Salary Range: $167,798 to $183,778 Gross per annum; 12.75% Super; and Professional Renewal Leave time plus allowance
Closing Date for Applications: 5.00pm, Friday 19 December 2025
St Andrew’s Catholic College is set on a picturesque 25 ha site located in the Redlynch Valley. The College is a P-12 co-educational school that has become well established as a school of choice owing to the quality and breadth of its offerings.
With a commitment to educational excellence and by honouring the uniqueness of each individual, the school facilitates student learning through the employment of effective teaching and learning practices with the use of technologies which engage and motivate enquiring minds. Our students demonstrate a clear sense of pride and commitment to their schooling, whether it be in the classroom, on the sporting field or through service to the religious life of the College.
St Andrew's Catholic College is seeking a skilled and inspiring educational leader to lead our primary years as Head of College - Primary, commencing Term 1 2026 (start date negotiable).
Following the promotion of the previous incumbent to a Principal position, this executive position offers the opportunity to guide a vibrant, future-focused Primary Years within a thriving Prep-12 community.
Reporting directly to the Principal and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, the successful candidate will provide dynamic academic, pastoral and administrative leadership; mentoring and supporting staff; upholding expectations; and actively contributing to the life of the College.
The role includes generous executive benefits, including Professional Renewal Leave, supporting the successful applicant to continue to grow as an educational leader whilst providing the opportunity to shape a reputable College in beautiful Far North Queensland.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description. 
STACC Head of College Primary P-6.pdf
Select 'Apply Now" to submit your application.
For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
Ian Margetts - Principal
P: 0487 266 000
E: imargetts@cns.catholic.edu.au
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