Deputy Principal

Role Description/Criteria

St Mary’s College for the deaf is a specialist school providing a flexible inclusive education ranging from full immersion in mainstream classes (through partner schools) with specialist adjustments and resources to an individualised program of part immersion, part learning in small classes with Teachers of the Deaf on individualised courses of work and personal goals. We operate from within a number of Catholic mainstream schools across Melbourne, delivering an education in partnership.

This is a three years fixed-term contract (underpinned by an ongoing teaching position), with a possible second period of appointment.

Commencing Term 1 2026, we are seeking 2 Deputy Principals:

• Deputy Principal - Learning and Engagement
• Deputy Principal - People and Operations

The Deputy Principals work as members of the St Mary’s College Senior Leadership team, collaboratively supporting the broader strategic intent across all aspects of college life. Opportunities exist to be based at one of 5 locations, Ringwood, South Morang, Dandenong, Wantirna South or Sunbury. Some travel between campuses will be required.

The position descriptions and selection criteria can be obtained at https://www.smdeafws.catholic.edu.au/about/positions-vacant

For more information about the College and the positions, please visit https://www.smdeafws.catholic.edu.au/

Benefits

Packaging (tax free) of up to $15,900 per annum of salary available resulting in significantly higher take home pay above the Award.

Generous professional development opportunities

Child Safety

The successful applicant will:

• Be familiar with and comply with the school's child-safe policy and code of conduct, and any other policies or procedures relating to child safety

• Assist in the provision of a child-safe environment for students

• Demonstrate duty of care to students in relation to their physical and mental wellbeing

St Mary’s College is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified people. When required, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our people.

Application Procedures

Application Procedures

Applications should be emailed to principal@smdeaf.vic.edu.au and should include:

• covering letter clearing identifying the relevant advertised position
• a response outlining the extent to which you meet each of the criteria and pointing to evidence that you will be able to fulfil the role
• current employer and at least one other professional to be listed as your referees.

Further information is available by contacting the College on 9800 2733 or accessing the link to our website St Mary's College for the deaf

Principal: Ms Amanda Purcell

Enquiries: principal@smdeaf.vic.edu.au

Applications Close: 17/08/2025

Position: Deputy Principal

Type: Ongoing

Hours per Week: Full-time

DP People & Operations Position Description 2026.pdf DP Learning & Engagement Position Description 2026.pdf