Principal

Branch:

Churchlands Senior High School

Division:

Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Salary:

Level 6, $193,532 - $206,662 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Work Type:

Permanent - Full Time

FTE:

1.0

Location:

Churchlands

Closing Date:

2026-04-30 4:30 PM

Attachments:

• Applicant Resource - How To Write A CV And Covering Letter.pdf
• Information - Applying For Advertised Positions In Schools.pdf
• JDF - Generic - Principal High and Senior High School - Metropolitan - Admin 6.pdf

Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1032131 This is a permanent, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2026

About the Role

The successful applicant will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a school culture that promotes positive relationships between students and between students and staff, and engaging parents and the wider community in the educational work of the school. Principals are responsible for being innovative and creative in the establishment of systems and structures to foster academic development and improvements in social and emotional development for students, as well as engaging a diverse school community in the educational programs of the school. Principals possess a commitment to continuous school improvement and development of the instructional program, particularly the pedagogy of beginning teachers, and building networks with other agencies, other schools, and services in the community to benefit school programs.

About Churchlands Senior High School

Find out more about Churchlands Senior High School by visiting Churchlands.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

For Further Job Related Information

Full details of the role, including selection criteria and eligibility and training requirements, are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more specific information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Kelly Riddle, Coordinator Regional Operations, on 08 9285 3600 or Kelly.Riddle@education.wa.edu.au.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, please complete the online application form that includes details of 2 work related referees (one being your current line manager), and attach the following:

• A 4 page statement addressing the selection criteria (found in the attached JDF), in context of the role and business needs of the school;
• A CV of up to 3 pages that includes your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

Please refer to the attached for further information on how to apply. It is recommended you consider all information contained in the advertisement any other related information before applying for the vacancy. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, or if you do not receive a confirmation email once submitted, please contact us for assistance on 08 9264 8317.

Subsequent Appointments

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 30 April 2026.

Position Title

Principal

Agency

Department of Education

Salary

Level 6, $193,532 - $206,662 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Location

Churchlands

Unit/Division

Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Branch

Churchlands Senior High School

Work Type

Permanent - Full Time

Position No.

00000418

Closing Date

2026-04-30 4:30 PM