Role Description/Criteria
A Catholic School in the Carmelite tradition, Whitefriars is a centre of faith, life and learning where all seek to live in God’s presence by walking in the way of Jesus Christ. A place where excellence is valued, and where all are challenged to achieve their best. A place which empowers young men to live with integrity through experiences of community and prayer and through a sensitivity to justice. This supports them to take their place in a contemporary, global society as valued individuals, alive with the wisdom of the Gospel.
The Deputy Principal - Faith and Strategy is a significant leadership role in the school community. It is a Leadership position based on a model of Christian service. This role is a member of the Leadership Team of Whitefriars College and exercises a unique professional relationship of support and loyalty to the leadership of the Principal and contributes in a way which shapes and implements the school’s vision that reflects the Catholic and Carmelite traditions of the College.
The Deputy Principal - Faith and Strategy is responsible for leading the process for the development and ongoing management of Whitefriars College’s Strategic Directions Document, Strategic Plan, Annual Action Plan, and continued registration and governance requirements. This role works with each Leadership Team member on strategy development and impact planning for each of their areas.
A reflective and faith-centred outlook is essential for this role, coupled with strategic vision, relational leadership and a deep commitment to collaboration, innovation and service in the Carmelite tradition.
This is a full-time, ongoing teaching position with a 5-year Position of Leadership contract.
This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.
For a detailed copy of the Position Description please visit www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au/employment.
Applications must include all required documentation and be emailed to principal@whitefriars.vic.edu.au and addressed to:
Mr Mark Murphy
Principal
Applications close 4.00pm on Monday, 10 November 2025.
Application Procedures
https://www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au/employment/