Principal

ANZUK Education; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

anzuk Education is seeking an exceptional educational leader for the position of Principal at Westminster School in Adelaide, Australia. This role offers the opportunity to lead in a cultured environment, focusing on the well-being of students and staff alike.

The Principal will implement strategic plans and foster relationships across the school community. A commitment to educational excellence and a collaborative leadership style are essential. Join a vibrant community dedicated to shaping lives through education.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in educational leadership.
• Ability to inspire confidence across diverse communities.
• Strong governance and strategic judgement.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Westminster’s Strategic Plan.
• Inspire excellence in teaching and learning.
• Foster culture of belonging and shared success.

Skills

Educational leadership

Communication and relationship-building

Strategic improvement

Organisational and financial capability

Job description

Westminster School Council invites applications from exceptional educational leaders for the position of Principal.

The Opportunity

It is an opportunity to lead far more than a school. It is part of a vibrant and deeply connected community united by the belief that education has the power to shape lives, strengthen communities and prepare young people not simply for their next destination, but for the lives they will lead.

For more than 60 years, Westminster has built a culture where every child is known, challenged and inspired to become the best version of themselves. Relationships matter here; belonging is deeply felt. Academic excellence sits alongside character, courage, kindness and service.

The Role

Reporting to the School Council and as Chief Executive Officer, the Principal will:

• Lead the implementation of Westminster’s Strategic Plan while preserving and strengthening the School’s distinctive culture, sense of purpose and community.
• Inspire excellence in teaching, learning, wellbeing and Adventurous Education across the Early Learning Centre to Year 12.
• Foster a culture where students, staff and families experience authentic relationships, belonging and shared success.
• Develop leadership capability and empower others to contribute to a thriving and connected school community.
• Provide thoughtful stewardship of the School’s people, governance, resources and long-term sustainability.
• Guide Westminster confidently through a rapidly changing educational landscape, embracing innovation and emerging technologies while remaining grounded in the School’s enduring values.

About You

You are an accomplished educational leader who believes deeply in the transformative power of education and understands that outstanding schools are built on strong relationships, shared purpose and exceptional people.

You will bring:

• A compelling educational vision and the ability to inspire confidence across a diverse school community.
• Demonstrated success leading strategic improvement while nurturing a positive and values‑led culture.
• Outstanding communication and relationship‑building skills with students, staff, families, alumni and the wider community.
• Strong organisational, financial and governance capability together with sound strategic judgement.
• A collaborative leadership style characterised by humility, authenticity and service.
• A commitment to educational excellence, student wellbeing, child safety and preparing young people to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

How to Apply

Commencement: Term 1, 2027 (or by negotiation)

Educational leaders are required to request and review the Applicant Information Pack before submitting an application. The Pack contains detailed information about Westminster School, the role, the key selection criteria and the application process.

Westminster School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.