Introduction About us Saints College is a school of the Edmund Rice Education Australia Victorian Schools Ltd. Since 2012, we have led that way in radically inclusive education, by providing a safe, inclusive, and flexible learning environment for young people who have experienced barriers to accessing mainstream education. Our team is committed to supporting young people in re-engaging with learning through neuroaffirming, strengths based and trauma-informed approaches that meet their individual needs. We prioritise building honest and authentic relationships with young people, their families, and communities, fostering a culture that values, supports, and celebrates the dignity and uniqueness of each person. We offer a full-time, multi-year secondary education program designed to meet the diverse learning needs of young people. Through flexible and innovative teaching methods, we provide a safe, supportive and holistic learning experience that encourages young people to set learning goals, identify and develop their strengths, explore future pathways, and transition into adulthood, employment, further education, and community participation. Our campuses offer tailored programs that integrate wellbeing and education, ensuring young people receive the individualised support they need to thrive. We work closely with families, community organisations, and support services to provide wraparound support that addresses both educational and personal development needs. Our Young People Young people come from diverse backgrounds and often face a significant and complex range of educational, social, developmental, environmental, psychological, health, legal barriers to learning which require unique interventions. Our approach is grounded in the Operation By Principles framework, which combines education with an understanding of trauma-informed practices. We recognise that each young person’s journey is unique. Our staff are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and empowering learning environment where young people can develop confidence, reconnect with education, and work towards their goals. Our Team Saints College is privileged to walk alongside young people aged 12-25 who are seeking an alternative to mainstream education in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. Saints College is part of Edmund Rice Education Australia, Victorian Schools Ltd. We advocate for our young people to experience liberation in their own lives through consultative and common ground experiences, including a commitment to the voice of young people in decisions impacting them at school. Saints College establishes this culture through a framework called ‘Operation by Principles’ that uses four principles: Respect, Honesty, Participation and Safe and Legal, to guide all our interactions and decisions within the school community. Saints College enables young people, their families and key adults, staff, and community members, to experience and value critical awareness of justice through the practices and culture of the school. Description The Role Saints College is seeking a Principal to lead our bricks and mortar sites who is committed to delivering a high-quality education in a flexible learning environment. We have physical sites in North Melbourne, Geelong, Colac, Fitzroy North, Sunshine, Ballarat and Bungaree, and a dual-engagement program called BlendED. The commencement Date will be Term 1 2026, or by negotiation Skills And Experiences You will need Ability to commit to and work within our Operating Principles; Respect, Participation, Safe and Legal and Honesty Strong Interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to successfully communicate with a range of people Experience in supporting young people with disability and/or neurodivergence The ability to inspire and engage young people with learning activities Be willing to support young people and our team members to reach their potential Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity. To Apply Please visit our website, learn about our work, and review the position information in Careers at Saints College Careers . For a confidential discussion about the position please contact: Michael Crowe, Executive Principal – 0428 167 391 For a detailed Principal Application Pack please email: Email: executiveprincipal@saints.vic.edu.au Applications must be submitted using the Apply Now on our careers page and include: A letter of introduction A current curriculum vitae outlining previous experience and skills; Two referees (including contact details). Please include a referee from current or most recent place of employment, if this is a school it needs to be the principal. Applications close 4pm Thursday 27 November 2025 We are a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice tradition and are recognised as a leading organisation for the provision of educational and social inclusion programs for disenfranchised young people. All applicants will be subject to EREA’s and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with our commitment to child protection policies and procedures. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Please review the Information Collection Notice on our website for details about how we manage your employment application information. We are a child safe environment, committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and participation of all children and young people under our care. All staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards MO1359. All staff abide by the Child Safety Code of Conduct available at: Child Safe Standards: Policy | saintscollege.vic.edu.au
