<p><b>Applications are warmly invited for the position of Principal – St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Orange, NSW. </b></p><p>St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School is a Catholic systemic co-educational school located in Orange, just over 3hrs from Sydney. </p><p>The school was established on its present site on the corner of Park and &amp; Byng Streets in 1998 following the closure of the existing school on Bathurst Road. The Sisters of Mercy taught at the original site and have a strong affiliation with the school and parish. With current enrolments of 377, the school has modern facilities and is set on a large block of land which is also the site for St. Mary&#39;s Church. </p><p>St. Mary’s is one of 33 schools in the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst who are on a significant journey of improvement, guided by the research on high performing schools and the systems they comprise. Articulated in their Strategic Plan 2019-2021, they have a deep commitment to a professional learning communities&#39; culture in faith filled schools.</p><p>Led by the Principal, they continue to embed a high-performance culture with an unwavering focus on strong leadership, equity and sustainability, with the ultimate goal of high levels of learning for all in a rapidly changing world. With experience in effecting positive change as well as cultivating a strong connection with the local school community, the Principal will be: </p><p><b>• A committed, practicing Catholic, with outstanding operational and management skills. </b></p><p><b>• A contemporary leader, who integrates Catholic values and an authentic, innovative program. </b></p><p><b>• An outstanding communicator who actively fosters collegiality and builds capacity </b></p><p>Orange is just over a three-hour drive from Sydney, making it close enough but just far away enough to keep its unique regional feel. </p><p> Known for being a gourmet food capital with an abundance of wineries, quality dining and a rich history, Orange is fast becoming the ideal location for people to make their tree change. An affordable lifestyle coupled with all major amenities in a community-focused setting makes Orange an outstanding destination. </p><p><b> The Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) have engaged with anzuk Executive to lead their recruitment for this leadership position. To request an information pack or to apply for this position please refer to &#39;Application Instructions&#39; in this advertisement.</b></p>