About
Brigidine

• Drive strategic and operational excellence to deliver improvement and innovation aligned to Catholic mission
• Lead a culture of excellent teaching and learning to deliver improvement and innovation
• Champion evidence‑based practice, staff growth and student wellbeing

The Deputy Principal is a senior member of the College Leadership Team and holds a position of significant responsibility in supporting the Principal in the leadership, management and ongoing improvement of the College.

The Deputy Principal works with the Principal and the College Leadership Team to build a culture of high-quality teaching and learning that enables every student to achieve their potential and develop a love of lifelong learning. The Deputy Principal holds responsibility for the effective day-to-day organisation and administration of the College, ensuring efficient operations that support teaching and learning. The Deputy Principal assumes the role of Acting Principal in the absence of the Principal.

The responsibilities in this Role Description are in addition to the requirements set out in the College’s policies and may be amended from time to time by the Principal or the College.

Reports to: Principal

Key Responsibilities

Mission Leadership

• Promote and model the Catholic ethos and spiritual life of the College.
• Exercise effective team leadership in a manner consistent with the College’s Catholic identity, Brigidine heritage, and Kildare Ministries values.
• Actively participate in and support College faith and justice initiatives, liturgical celebrations, and community engagement.
• Ensure that all learning reflects the College motto Fortiter et Suaviter (strength and gentleness) — balancing high expectations with compassion and respect.

Strategic Leadership

• Assist the Principal and Leadership Team in developing, implementing and reviewing the College Strategic Plan, and Annual Action Plans.
• Champion innovation in teaching and learning, including the purposeful integration of digital technologies and artificial intelligence tools in educational practice.
• Lead and facilitate change management processes effectively, building staff capacity and engagement in reform.
• Oversee the College’s response to emerging trends in education, curriculum reform and policy change.
• Assist the Principal and Business Manager in budget planning as it relates to curriculum and professional learning priorities.
• Take a leading role in the appointment of excellent staff
• Ensure that the College classrooms and facilities are ready for optimal learning
• Plan, coordinate and oversee international tours, immersions and school camps, ensuring smooth logistics, risk management and meaningful experiences.

Operational Leadership

• Oversee the daily operations of the College including the school timetable, the allocation of teaching and supervisory duties, in collaboration with the Director of Teaching and Learning, Dean of Administration and Heads of Department.
• Develop and maintain the College calendar of events, coordinating with the Principal, Leadership Team and relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate and chair weekly College operational meetings to ensure the smooth running of the school day and work to minimise variations to routine.
• Manage the approval process for excursions, co-curricular activities, incursions and school events, including risk assessment requirements under WHS legislation.
• Coordinate and implement effective meeting structures across the College, including whole-staff, faculty, year group and executive meetings.
• Assist the Principal with enrolment management, including interviewing prospective families and supporting the transition of new students.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of efficient administrative policies and procedures.
• Promote a culture of risk awareness and ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure relevant policies are communicated, known and followed.
• Maintain rigorous adherence to child protection procedures, ensuring all staff understand and fulfil their responsibilities.
• Represent the College at community events and functions as required by the Principal.

Educational Leadership

• Set high expectations for teaching quality and student achievement through evidence-based, collaborative planning, monitoring and review.
• Inspire, guide and mentor teachers in innovative, rigorous and engaging pedagogical practice aligned with contemporary research and NESA requirements.
• Champion the use of evidence-based pedagogies and emerging technologies to enhance learning, engagement, creativity and achievement.
• Ensure all legislative and regulatory educational requirements are met, including the Australian Curriculum (where applicable), NESA standards, and the Education Act 1990 (NSW).
• Coordinate the College’s Registration and Accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
• Engagement with and expertise in Evacuation Procedures and Critical Emergency Response throughout the College;

Leadership of People

• Oversee recruitment and appointment processes for teaching staff in collaboration with the Principal and Director of Staff, including drafting role descriptions and managing selection panels.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful and positive professional culture that supports staff wellbeing and retains talented educators.
• Manage staff leave, relief teacher coordination and day-to-day staffing logistics.
• Address matters of professional conduct and performance in accordance with College policies and the Enterprise Agreement.
• Oversee and coordinate the resolution of challenging and escalated situations with staff, students and parents respectful of all parties and in accordance with the principles of procedural fairness.
• Ensure organisational compassion and that staff wellbeing, cohesion and positive employment relationships are maintained at all times.
• Actively promotes and participates in the collegial processes of strategic planning, change management, problem- solving and evaluation of roles.
• Actively and strategically mentors staff in leadership roles, building capacity across the College, as well as supporting initiatives to engage with emerging and aspiring leaders to generate a pathway for succession planning.
• Display a personal commitment to learning and professional growth.

Student Leadership

• Lead and manage student behaviour in accordance with the College’s Behaviour Management Policy, applying fair, firm and restorative practices.
• Act as the primary point of escalation for significant student discipline matters.
• Promote student agency and voice, overseeing the student leadership formation programs.
• Liaise with families sensitively and proactively regarding student wellbeing, conduct and progress.
• Ensure an environment where every student is given the opportunity to achieve her best in educational, spiritual, co-curricular and personal pursuits.
• Promote student leadership and empower students to take an active, positive role in College life.

Community Leadership

• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, families, carers, the local parish and the wider community.
• Communicate effectively with the school community through newsletters, digital platforms, parent information evenings and other channels.
• Serve as the College representative on the Parents and Friends Association, ensuring strong home–school partnerships.
• Engage with community organisations, businesses and agencies to enrich the educational programs and opportunities available to students.
• Promote an inclusive school environment that honours the richness of cultural diversity and upholds the dignity of every person.
• Participate actively in ISNSW network meetings and relevant professional associations, encouraging other staff to do likewise.
• Support the Marketing and Enrolment Officer in coordinating school tours and promotional activities that reflect the College’s mission and strengths.

Child Safeguarding

The School is committed to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people. All staff are required to:

• Understand and comply with the School’s Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Hold a current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance.
• Complete mandatory Child Protection training and Mandatory Reporting training annually.
• Demonstrate appropriate professional boundaries and behaviours in all interactions with students.
• Report any concerns about child safety immediately to the designated Child Protection Officer.

The successful applicant will be subject to employment screening through the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

To apply – www.futureleadership.com.au, using reference BSIdep0426 addressing your Resume, Cover letter and Selection Criteria to Kirsti Hitz-Morton and Sarah Campbell of Future Leadership™, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.

A candidate information pack is available to download by visiting: https://futureleadership.com.au/your-career/opportunities/

Applications close: 22 June 2026

Position Title: Head of Human Resources
Commencement: July 2026 by negotiation
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

About the College

Located on Sydney’s North Shore, Brigidine College is a thriving Catholic Independent girls’ school where learning sparks curiosity, confidence, and achievement. You’ll be joining a community that values collaboration, creativity, and a strong culture of professional growth.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources professional who thrives on variety, builds genuine relationships, and brings both rigour and warmth to their work.

Reporting to the Principal and Deputy Principal, you will provide expert strategic and operational HR leadership across the full spectrum of people management — from workforce planning and recruitment, to employee relations, performance management, WHS, compliance, and staff wellbeing.

This is a rare opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact on a school community that values its people deeply.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on workforce planning, organisational change, and succession planning
• Develop, review, and maintain HR policies and procedures in line with current legislation and best practice
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment and selection for all staff, ensuring consistency, fairness, and child safety compliance
• Ensure compliance with Fair Work Act 2009, WHS legislation, anti-discrimination law, child protection, and WGEA obligations
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and return-to-work coordination
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and oversee leave administration

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resource Management
• Substantial generalist HR experience across the full range of HR functions
• Sound knowledge of Australian employment law
• Understanding of enterprise agreement interpretation and WGEA reporting obligations
• Experience with workers’ compensation and return-to-work coordination
• Familiarity with psychosocial hazard frameworks and the NSW Code of Practice
• Highly developed interpersonal, communication, and written skills

Desirable

• Experience in the independent school or broader education sector
• Postgraduate qualification in Human Resource Management
• Membership of the Australian HR Institute (AHRI)
• Familiarity with CompliSpace or similar compliance management systems
• Experience in enterprise agreement bargaining or negotiation

How to apply

A position description is available here.

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and addressing the selection criteria.
• A current resume, including the names and contact details of three professional referees.
• Applications should be emailed to The Principal at: employment@brigidine.nsw.edu.au
• A valid Working with Children Check is required prior to commencement.

For further information, contact:

• Kate Quinane, Principal | kquinane@brigidine.nsw.edu.au
• Phone: (02) 9988 6200

Applications close Thursday 11 June 2026

The College reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date. Please not that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

The College regards its child safeguarding responsibilities with the utmost importance and is committed to providing the necessary resources to maintain a child safe culture and ensure compliance with all relevant child safe organisation and child protection laws and regulations. We have zero tolerance for abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in students’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm.

Position Title: Diverse Learning Teacher
Commencement: July 2026 by negotiation
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

About the College
Located on Sydney’s North Shore, Brigidine College is a thriving Catholic Independent girls’ school where learning sparks curiosity, confidence, and achievement. You’ll be joining a community that values collaboration, creativity, and a strong culture of professional growth.
About the Role

Brigidine College St Ives is seeking a passionate and skilled Diverse Learning Teacher to join our dedicated Diverse Learning team. Guided by our motto Fortiter et Suaviter — Strength and Gentleness — we are committed to ensuring every student can access, participate in, and thrive within our curriculum.
In this role, you will balance direct student support with staff capacity building, championing inclusive practice across the College. You will be a key advocate for students with disability and additional learning needs, working collaboratively with families, classroom teachers, Teacher Aides, and external practitioners to deliver meaningful, personalised outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the development, implementation and review of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) in collaboration with staff, students and parents/carers.
• Support teachers and departments with differentiation, reasonable adjustments and collaborative curriculum planning. Co-teach with classroom teachers where appropriate.
• Contribute to small group tuition programs and share effective practice within the Diverse Learning team.
• Coordinate exam provisions (including NAPLAN and Minimum Standards) ensuring consistent, appropriate support for diverse learning students.
• Collaborate to ensure supports are planned, implemented and documented in accordance with the National Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) requirements.

Selection Criteria
Essential Criteria
• Current NESA teacher accreditation
• Qualifications in special or inclusive education
• Proven experience developing high-quality ILPs
• Sound knowledge of NCCD requirements
• Experience designing differentiated instruction and reasonable adjustments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to build staff capacity across the school community
Desirable Criteria
• Experience with Sentral student management platform
• Familiarity with Canvas LMS
• Experience coordinating NESA exam provisions
• Experience supporting Year 6–7 transitions for diverse learners

How to apply

A position description is available here. 

Please submit the following:
• A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and addressing the selection criteria.
• A current resume, including the names and contact details of three professional referees.
• Applications should be emailed to The Principal at: employment@brigidine.nsw.edu.au
• A valid Working with Children Check is required prior to commencement.

For further information, contact:
• Daniel Moller, Head of Diverse Learning | dmoller@brigidine.nsw.edu.au
• Phone: (02) 9988 6200

Applications close Tuesday 16 June 2026

The College reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date. Please not that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

The College regards its child safeguarding responsibilities with the utmost importance and is committed to providing the necessary resources to maintain a child safe culture and ensure compliance with all relevant child safe organisation and child protection laws and regulations. We have zero tolerance for abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in students’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm.

Position Title: Diverse Learning Teacher’s Aide
Commencement: June 2026 by negotiation
Employment Type: Permanent

About the College
Located on Sydney’s North Shore, Brigidine College is a thriving Catholic Independent girls’ school where learning sparks curiosity, confidence, and achievement. You’ll be joining a community that values collaboration, creativity, and a strong culture of professional growth.

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Diverse Learning Teacher’s Aide to join our Diverse Learning team. In this rewarding role, you will work alongside classroom teachers and Diverse Learning specialists to ensure students with diverse learning needs can access the curriculum, participate fully in College life, and build independence over time.

Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate with teachers to implement reasonable adjustments to content, process and learning materials.
• Support individual and small group learning programs including literacy, numeracy and organisation.
• Support the implementation of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) in line with teacher direction.
• Monitor student wellbeing, engagement and behaviour.
• Administer exam provisions in line with College and NESA requirements.
• Maintain accurate NCCD records documenting adjustments provided to students with disability.

Employment conditions:
• Permanent term time role (work during all term time days including staff days)
• 5-days per week with hours 8:15am-3:45pm
• Averaged salary

Selection Criteria
Essential Criteria
• Recognised qualifications in educational support.
• Demonstrated understanding of inclusive education principles and the ability to support students with diverse learning needs.
• Proven capacity to work effectively as part of a team, communicating respectfully with teachers, support staff, students and families.
• Demonstrated ability to build positive, supportive relationships with students that promote dignity, independence and engagement in learning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to maintain accurate and professional records of student support.
• Sound knowledge of child safeguarding obligations and a commitment to maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• A valid Working with Children Check is required prior to commencement.
Desirable Criteria
• Experience coordinating or administering exam provisions and special considerations in line with NESA requirements.
• Working knowledge of NCCD processes and experience maintaining evidence-based documentation to support students with disability.
• Experience using Sentral or a comparable student management platform for recording observations, adjustments and exam provisions.
• Familiarity with Canvas LMS or equivalent learning management systems.

How to apply

A position description is available here.

Please submit the following:
• A cover letter outlining your interest in the role and addressing the selection criteria.
• A current resume, including the names and contact details of three professional referees.
• Applications should be emailed to The Principal at: employment@brigidine.nsw.edu.au

For further information, contact:
• Daniel Moller, Head of Diverse Learning | dmoller@brigidine.nsw.edu.au
• Phone: (02) 9988 6200

Applications close Tuesday 16 June 2026

The College reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date. Please not that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

The College regards its child safeguarding responsibilities with the utmost importance and is committed to providing the necessary resources to maintain a child safe culture and ensure compliance with all relevant child safe organisation and child protection laws and regulations. We have zero tolerance for abuse and other harm and are committed to acting in students’ best interests and keeping them safe from harm.