Principal, St Anthony’s Catholic College, Townsville

P-12, dual campus, 1,500+ studentsCommence January 2027Are you seeking:the opportunity to lead one of the larger Catholic P–12 Colleges in Queensland, with more than 1,500 students across two dedicated campuses? a substantial principalship offering the breadth and complexity of leadership experience that comes with responsibility for the full Prep–Year 12 educational journey? the opportunity to lead a Catholic College with a strong Franciscan heritage, while enjoying the lifestyle and opportunities offered by North Queensland’s major regional city? About Townsville Catholic Education:Townsville Catholic Education supports 29 schools within the Diocese, located throughout a diverse region of North Queensland, extending west to Mount Isa, south to Proserpine, and north to Ingham.
About St Anthony’s: St Anthony's Catholic College is part of the system of Catholic schools in the Diocese of Townsville. Located in Townsville's growing Northern Beaches, the College is a thriving P-12 co-educational College educating more than 1,500 students across dedicated primary and secondary campuses. Its Franciscan heritage shapes a strong culture of faith, belonging, service and community, alongside a commitment to excellence in learning.
About Townsville, QLD:Set on the tropical coast of North Queensland, Townsville is a major regional city of more than 206,000 people and the largest city in regional Queensland outside the state’s south-east. It blends the energy of a thriving regional city with the warmth of a welcoming community. With Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef on its doorstep, Townsville combines the services and opportunities of a major regional centre with an outdoor-focused North Queensland lifestyle.
Position Overview: This is a substantial leadership opportunity within a large and complex P–12 environment. The Principal will provide coherent whole-of-College leadership while recognising the distinct educational, pastoral and operational needs of the primary and secondary settings. Conditions of Employment:The salary is $225,389 with 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging options.12.75% superannuation employer contribution
Interested?If you have substantial and recent leadership experience in Catholic education, please visit traksearch.com to access additional information. To express your interest, simply send a resume from the Trak Search website; or by email to jobs@traksearch.com quoting ref number TS1594-71 Enquiries are welcome to Lauren Minter (0421 364 240) or John Chesher (0417 068 220).
Closing Date: Monday 14th September 2026.