Associate Principal
Employment
Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Closing date
29 October 2026
Posted 6 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout 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
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
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 …