St Patrick’s Technical College is unlike other schools – we are for young adults deliberately seeking a different educational experience. We support students wanting to learn in the classroom, within the workplace and on the job, enabling them to kickstart their real world learning journey. The College is a purpose-built trade school offering education, training and apprenticeship pathways to Year 10-12 students.
If you are interested in joining the team at St Patrick’s Technical College, we want to hear from you.
An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated and strategic professional to join our team as the Head of Finance & Operations, to support the growth and operational excellence of the College. This role is pivotal in overseeing day-to-day financial operations and contributing to the strategic direction of the College.
HEAD OF FINANCE & OPERATIONS
- Permanent full-time position
- School Leadership
The Head of Finance & Operations provides strategic leadership and drives the College’s financial, operational, human resources, and work health & safety functions, ensuring the long-term growth and stability of the College community. The role oversees forecasting, procurement and resource management to support College goals and requires strong discipline expertise, sound judgement and effective use of delegated authority.
Recognising the vital role of industry in the College’s success, the Head of Finance & Operations will build and maintain strong, sustainable relationships with key stakeholders.
As a member of the College Executive Leadership Team, the Head of Finance & Operations supports the Principal in leading and managing the College through a collaborative, service-oriented approach. This includes fostering professional partnerships with industry and the community and embedding the Vision and Mission of St Patrick’s Technical College throughout College life.
About You
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience in financial, facilities, HR & WHS management, preferably within the education sector, and a commitment to our dynamic and innovative learning model grounded in Catholic social teaching and informed by industry.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in finance – ideally in accounting, business or commerce – and/or demonstrated experience and knowledge in a comparable role.
- Exceptional abilities in strategic planning, leadership and problem-solving.
- Outstanding relationship management skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholder groups.
- Demonstrated knowledge of human resources practices, including recruitment, performance management and workplace culture.
- Sound understanding of WHS legislation and best practice, with experience leading compliance and risk mitigation initiatives.
- Demonstrate a commitment to participate in activities that support and develop the College’s Catholic ethos and the wider mission of the Catholic Church.
POSITION INFORMATION DOCUMENT DOWNLOAD
Head of Finance & Operations PID – click here to download
HOW TO APPLY
Please find below detailed instructions to follow when submitting your application.
Please provide the following information in your written application. All documents are to be submitted as 1 PDF file:
- Covering letter addressed to the Principal, Danny Deptula (up to 2 pages) outlining:
- Your experience relevant to the role
- What has motivated you to apply, and
- What you hope to contribute to the College community
- Resume including the names and contact details (incl mobile phone number) of two current referees (no more than 2 pages)
- Completed CESA Employment Declaration – click here to download
Please submit your application to employment@stpatstech.sa.edu.au by 4pm, Thursday 10 July 2025. Enquiries regarding the position can be made at this same address.
The College reserves the right to commence screening and interviews as soon as suitable candidates are identified, so please submit your completed application as soon as possible.
Appointment will be subject to Working with Children and Catholic screening clearances.
Successful candidates will have a connection with and a willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the College.
Are you open to new ideas about education and interested in a school that redefines measures of success?
Who We’re Looking For:
We are seeking dynamic teachers with flexible approaches to pedagogy, ready to embrace the College’s unique approach to learning. Our focus is on delivering SACE framework subjects within an accommodating and collaborative culture.
We welcome applications from teachers across all learning areas who are creative, innovative, passionate and committed to student success.
Teaching Areas:
An ability to teach in the following areas: Maths, Science, English, Health, Physical Education, Exploring/Activating Identities & Futures, Design & Technology, Food & Hospitality.
Highly Desirable:
Experience or the ability to also teach Religious Education and SACE framework subjects such as: Industry Connections, Integrated Learning, Community Connections, Workplace Practices.
Additional Information:
Middle school trained teachers are encouraged to apply, as their skill set may well be suited to this role.
The teaching load can be flexible depending on the applicant’s subject combination.
POSITION INFORMATION DOCUMENT DOWNLOAD
Teacher PID – click here to download
HOW TO APPLY
Please provide the following information in your written application. All documents are to be submitted as 1 PDF file:
- Covering letter addressed to the Principal, Danny Deptula (up to 2 pages) outlining:
- Your experience relevant to the role
- What has motivated you to apply, and
- What you hope to contribute to the College community
- Resume including the names and contact details (incl mobile phone number) of two current referees (no more than 2 pages)
- Completed CESA Employment Declaration – click here to download
Please submit your application to employment@stpatstech.sa.edu.au. Enquiries regarding the position can be made at this same address.
The College reserves the right to commence screening and interviews as soon as suitable candidates are identified, so please submit your completed application as soon as possible.
Appointment will be subject to current SA Teacher Registration, Working with Children, Catholic screening clearances and other professional certifications.
Successful candidates will have a connection with and a willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the College.
If you are interested in undertaking TRT work, email your resume to info@stpatstech.sa.edu.au as per the details outlined below.
Please provide the following information in your written application. All documents are to be submitted as 1 PDF file:
- Covering letter addressed to the Principal, Danny Deptula (no more than 1 page)
- CV including the names and contact details (incl mobile phone number) of three referees (no more than 2 pages)
- Completed CESA Employment Declaration – click here to download
- Also provide a copy of the following current certificates:
- SA Teacher Registration
- Working with Children Check
- Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care training (RRHAN-EC)
- First Aid training
- Keep Safe: Child Protection Curriculum
All applicants must be prepared to support the College’s Catholic ethos
Successful candidates will be required to undergo our screening process