Principal

Department of Education; Kununurra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Education seeks a Principal for Dawul Remote Community School in Western Australia. The successful candidate will lead with a strong moral purpose, foster a culturally responsive school environment, and ensure every student can learn and reach their full potential.

You will implement a business plan, strategically allocate resources, and strengthen teaching and learning across the Kimberley Schools Project, while building partnerships with the community to support student

Job description

Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1067844 This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time 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 as a culturally responsive leader and a commitment to enabling every student to learn successfully and reach their full potential. You will foster a culturally responsive school 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 implementing a business plan by 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 as part of the Kimberley Schools Project (Targeting Teaching and Early Years) 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 Dawul Remote Community School

Dawul Remote Community School is a friendly and engaging remote community, where everybody strives to be the best they can be. With a 100% Aboriginal student population, with a strong curriculum focus across the school. The Dawul Community has high expectations of the staff to ensure their children succeed at school. The school seeks to work in partnership with the community through a school community partnership process to ensure the voice of parents is reflected in the strategic direction and priorities of the school. 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 Dawul Remote Community School by visiting Schools Online .

For Further Job Related Information

For more information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Paul Bridge, Director of Education, on 9192 0800 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.

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 Friday, 6 November 2026