Principal
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
K12
Closing date
22 October 2026
Posted 1 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
9.9
5 teaching · 4.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
55
Indigenous students
98%
Language other than English
98%
Girls vs boys
30 girls · 25 boys
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1065705
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 prio…