Principal

Shark Bay School · Denham, WA

Employment

Full time, Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

K12

Closing date

23 October 2026

14 days remaining

Posted 9 Oct 2026

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About Shark Bay School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-12

School staff (FTE)

13

7.2 teaching · 5.8 non-teaching

Students per teacher

11.8:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

85

Indigenous students

29%

Language other than English

16%

Girls vs boys

34 girls · 51 boys

40%
60%

Socio-educational background

Below the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1067192

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

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 …

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