Assumption College | Warwick | 7-12   

• Principal - Secondary School  

• Permanent | Full time | Commencing 1 January 2026  

• Enrolment numbers: 447 

• Principal Level 5 | $191,791 – $209,829 per annum plus super and a whole school financial allowance

• Applications close Tuesday, 9 December 2025 

Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) is a highly regarded, progressive system of 32 schools located in Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and South-West Queensland. With a vision of enabling full and flourishing lives, our focus is on progress through innovation. With the highest rate of enrolment growth in Queensland Catholic schools and enviable student achievement in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits– we have much to offer families, students and staff alike.   

The Opportunity  

We are seeking an empowering, resourceful and innovative educational leader to serve and model gospel values. This role will see you inspire our mission of believing in and creating a better world with high-quality and inclusive education for all students.   

In this rewarding role, you will nurture and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, the parish and broader community. This role will see you actively engage in school and local community events and celebrations. As a strategic and operational leader, you will ensure responsible stewardship of financial and capital resources.  

You will be part of a Principal group of system leaders who contribute to the development of system-wide priorities.   

Further details can be obtained from the Role Description and the TCS Leadership Framework.  

Please note this role is eligible for relocation support. 

About You   

• demonstrated success in leading teaching and learning   

• experience in effectively leading a connected approach to student engagement, wellbeing, behaviour and academics  

• experience in leading and motivating a team to implement contemporary, high-quality education and service to a College community   

• an active member of a Catholic Sunday Eucharistic community    

• working towards or completion of post graduate qualifications in Religious Education, Educational Leadership or Theology   

• hold or be eligible to hold, registration as a teacher in Queensland    

• willingness to travel and work flexible hours when needed   

About the college  

Assumption College offers a vibrant and caring community that nurtures the uniqueness of each student and provides an education that is liberating and empowering. The dedication of the expert educators and support staff to exemplary teaching practice leads to continuous improvement in students’ learning outcomes and inspires academic, cultural, spiritual and sporting excellence. At Assumption College, staff believe that education must be liberating, empowering, and nurturing. Promoting belonging - where every voice matters - students grow into outstanding young men and women, ready to take their place in the world, and live a life of service to their community.     

The community you will be joining   

Moving to Warwick means you will be joining a vibrant community, enriched with a rich heritage, surrounded by nature's best with Queen Mary Falls, sunflower fields and hiking tracks less than 30 minutes away. Sitting on the banks of the Condamine River, historic Warwick features some of the state’s finest original sandstone buildings. As a growing city, it offers a variety of retail shopping, restaurants, education, health facilities and recreational activities. And of course, there’s the everyday treat of living in a flourishing, ideally located region, with great access to city services – all while enjoying a country lifestyle.    

How to apply   

Please address your application to Dr Pat Coughlan, Executive Director: Catholic Schools.  

Click ‘apply’ to submit and include   

• a written response of no more than two pages, highlighting your experience and capabilities relevant to this opportunity, those described in the TCS Leadership Framework and the key responsibilities and duties in the Role Description 

• your resume  

Please email the following documents as part of your application prior to the closing date to TCSCareers@twb.catholic.edu.au   

• Referee Report by Parish Priest  

• Referee Report by Current Supervisor  

• a copy of your baptism certificate  

If you require further information about this role, please contact Senior Education Leader, Kort Goodman by emailing Kort.Goodman@twb.catholic.edu.au. 

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.  

For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website.   

Employment will be in accordance with the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Principals Agreement 2024 - 2028 | Fair Work Commission with references to Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland 2023-2026.