Associate Principal

Employment

Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Closing date

29 October 2026

22 days remaining

Posted 6 Oct 2026

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About Merriwa Education Support Centre

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

64.1

18.1 teaching · 46 non-teaching

Students per teacher

5.9:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

106

Indigenous students

8%

Language other than English

20%

Girls vs boys

27 girls · 79 boys

25%
75%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


We are seeking to establish a pool of Associate Principals for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Merriwa Education Support Centre (MESC) is a vibrant and growing specialist primary school committed to providing high-quality educational programs for students with disabilities from Kindergarten to Year 6. Co-located with Merriwa Primary School since 1995, our school works within an inclusive campus model that promotes collaboration, participation and success for all students.

Our students present with a diverse range of needs, including intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, global developmental delay, physical disabilities and complex communication needs. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is known, valued and empowered to achieve their personal best.

Working closely with students, families, allied health professionals and community partners, our staff maintain high expectations and implement evidence-based practices that develop communication, independence, engagement and lifelong learning skills.

Find out more about our school by visiting merriwaesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As Associate Principal, you would be a key member of the leadership team, working collaboratively with the Principal to enact the school's vision and strategic priorities. You would provide instructional and operational leadership that promotes high quality teaching, learning …

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