2 x Assistant Principal (Assistant Principal)

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

11 November 2026

12 days remaining

Posted 29 Oct 2026

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About Padbury Catholic Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

PP-6

School staff (FTE)

36.1

23 teaching · 13.1 non-teaching

Students per teacher

18.6:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

427

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

15%

Girls vs boys

200 girls · 227 boys

47%
53%

Socio-educational background

Above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

Position Details:

The Assistant Principals are key members of Padbury Catholic Primary School’s leadership team, working in partnership with the Principal to nurture a vibrant, faith-filled community where every student is known, valued and supported to flourish. Inspired by the school’s mission to “love one another”, the successful applicants will be authentic, relational and forward-thinking leaders committed to Catholic identity, educational excellence, staff development and continuous improvement.
We seek committed Catholics who bring warmth, energy and initiative. As trusted partners to the Principal, they will advocate for students, develop staff and champion contemSelection Criteria: 
1. Catholic identity: Be a practising Catholic who authentically lives and models the teachings and values of the Catholic faith, with the capacity to lead Religious Education, faith formation, prayer and liturgical life. Foster a strong Catholic identity and build meaningful connections with the parish and wider community.
2. Authentic, relational and community-focused: Build positive, trusting relationships through genuine presence, empathy, active listening and open communication, fostering a culture of belonging, collaboration and mutual respect. Engage meaningfully with students, staff, families and community partners, navigating challenging conversations with confidence, compassion and professionalism.
3. Contemporary learning and innovation: Demonstrate a strong understanding of contemporary educational research, evidence-based teaching practices and the Western Australian Curriculum,…

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