Principal

Department of Education, Western Australia; Shire Of Kellerberrin; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education, Western Australia invites applications for a permanent, full-time Principal position at Cowaramup Primary School. The successful applicant will lead with a strong moral purpose and a commitment to enabling every student to learn successfully and reach their full potential, while supporting wellbeing and inclusive practices.

The role requires building strong relationships with staff, families and external stakeholders, and strategically allocating resources to maximise

Job description

Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1066865

position commencing Term 1, 2027

Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1066865 This is a permanent, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 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 Cowaramup Primary School

Throughout the years, Cowaramup Primary School (PS) has been characterised by high quality teaching and support staff who have set high literacy and numeracy standards, resulting in excellent academic achievement and progress.

The school is committed to improving student outcomes while supporting the development of the whole child. It fosters a love of learning and a culture of high expectations, where students are encouraged to be resilient, respectful and strive to do their best. Through a caring and supportive environment, the school develops confident and capable students who are well prepared to contribute positively to their community.

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 Cowaramup Primary School by visiting CowaramupPS.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

For Further Job Related Information

For more information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Dainon Couzic, Director of Education 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.

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 Monday, 2 November 2026