Deputy Principal Band B-4 - Curriculum & Daily Operations
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
English as Additional Language
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Early childhood
Salary range
Closing date
15 October 2026
Posted 3 Sep 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Ernabella Anangu School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
R-12
School staff (FTE)
19
11 teaching · 8 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
148
Indigenous students
99%
Language other than English
93%
Girls vs boys
68 girls · 80 boys
46%
54%
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Lead learning. Strengthen community. Make a lasting difference.
Ernabella Anangu School is located in remote South Australia on the APY Lands and offers a unique and rewarding leadership opportunity for an experienced and committed educator.
Our site includes preschool to Year 12 across 7 classes, as well as a dedicated Family Centre supporting the learning and development of children from birth to 3 years and their families. The home languages of our students are Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, and our work is grounded in EALD pedagogy, bilingual education, student engagement and wellbeing.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong and collaborative leadership team in a school that values high-quality teaching, cultural responsiveness, inclusion, learner agency and community partnership.
About the role
The Deputy Principal is a key member of the school's leadership team and plays an essential role in driving school improvement. The successful applicant will lead work to implement the South Australian Curriculum and support the ongoing development of effective teaching and learning practices across the site.
This role would suit a leader who is:
- passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
- committed to culturally responsive and inclusive practice
able to build strong relationships with staff, families and community
- focused on wellbeing, engagement and excellence in teaching and learning
Why Ernabella?
Ernabella is a vibrant and welcoming community with a strong focus on wellbeing and positive school-community relationships. Staff have t…
Ernabella Anangu School is located in remote South Australia on the APY Lands and offers a unique and rewarding leadership opportunity for an experienced and committed educator.
Our site includes preschool to Year 12 across 7 classes, as well as a dedicated Family Centre supporting the learning and development of children from birth to 3 years and their families. The home languages of our students are Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, and our work is grounded in EALD pedagogy, bilingual education, student engagement and wellbeing.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a strong and collaborative leadership team in a school that values high-quality teaching, cultural responsiveness, inclusion, learner agency and community partnership.
About the role
The Deputy Principal is a key member of the school's leadership team and plays an essential role in driving school improvement. The successful applicant will lead work to implement the South Australian Curriculum and support the ongoing development of effective teaching and learning practices across the site.
This role would suit a leader who is:
- passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
- committed to culturally responsive and inclusive practice
able to build strong relationships with staff, families and community
- focused on wellbeing, engagement and excellence in teaching and learning
Why Ernabella?
Ernabella is a vibrant and welcoming community with a strong focus on wellbeing and positive school-community relationships. Staff have t…