Principal

Department of Education; Armadale; Sur place; AUD 140 000 - 185 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Gwynne Park Education Support Centre in Armadale, Western Australia, invites applications for a part-time principal role commencing Term 1, 2027. The appointee will lead with a strong moral purpose to enable every student to learn and grow, guiding inclusive practices and strong community engagement.

The role requires strategic resource allocation, evidence-based decision making, and a commitment to improving teaching and learning across the school to support diverse learners.

Responsabilités

• Lead with strong moral purpose to enable every student to learn successfully.
• Foster inclusive school culture and build relationships with staff, students and external stakeholders.
• Strategically allocate and develop resources to maximise student outcomes and strengthen teaching and learning.

Description du poste

Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1067012 This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.2FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency This position is being advertised as part of a new recruitment process for principal positions. The requirements at application stage include a mandatory CV template, and a recorded response via the Vieple video platform. Please refer to the attached Applicant Instruction Guide for further information and guidance about the process.

About the Role

As the principal, you will lead with a strong moral purpose and a commitment to enabling every student to learn successfully and reach their full potential. You will foster an environment where each learner's talents are recognised, nurtured, and developed, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and values needed for lifelong success. You demonstrate an understanding of the power of education to overcome disadvantage and are committed to supporting the growth and wellbeing of every student. You will build and sustain strong, purposeful relationships across the school community and with external stakeholders, recognising that achieving the school's mission requires collective effort. Your leadership will promote a cohesive and inclusive school culture focused on meeting the diverse learning needs of all students and enabling them to thrive. A key aspect of this role involves strategically allocating and developing resources - including time, staff expertise, funding, facilities, policies, and partnerships - to maximise student outcomes and strengthen teaching and learning across the school. You will drive continuous improvement by prioritising high-quality classroom teaching and building teacher capacity for sustained improvement. Your decisions will be evidence based and informed by quality data to identify needs, set clear goals, monitor progress, and evaluate impact. You will refine school practices and lead significant change where required across programs, curriculum, processes, facilities, or culture to enhance student learning and wellbeing. To be successful in this role you will be open minded, flexible, and guided by strong personal and professional values. You will demonstrate resilience, optimism, and high expectations for yourself, your staff, and your students. The school's success will be shaped by your personal qualities, values, beliefs, attitudes, and skills which will underpin all strategic actions and contribute to a positive, future focused school environment.

About Gwynne Park Education Support Centre

At Gwynne Park Education Support Centre (ESC), our aim is to provide a collaborative and nurturing learning environment where every student is supported and valued. Through a wrap-around, holistic approach and positive language, we create a safe and inclusive space that celebrates culture & diversity, aids students to strive for independence and promotes a sense of belonging for all. Sharing the same campus as Gwynne Park Primary School in the Armadale suburb of Brookdale, we are an active member of the Education Support South Network and a WAPBS School, focusing on growing in the values of Perseverance, Excellence, Safe and Communication . Please refer to the attached Business Plan, and Annual Report which provide further information to assist you to better understand the school and its current needs. Find out more about Gwynne Park Education Support Centre by visiting GwynneParkESC.org.au or Schools Online.

For Further Job Related Information

For more information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Vicki Fourie, Coordinator Regional Operations on [phone] or [e-mail].

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 for more details.