ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Position Details

Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School is seeking a committed, dynamic and enthusiastic practising Catholic leader who has a strong pastoral care skill set and can demonstrate high levels of competency to support the Principal in the leadership domains of Catholic Identity, Education, Community and Stewardship. The successful applicant will be an exemplary leader with a strong knowledge of the Early Years and a demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education. Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School is a triple stream co-educational school of approximately 800 students from the Early Learning Centre (3 Year Old) to Year 6.

The school is situated in the centre of Rockingham giving easy access to the surrounding suburbs.

Selection Criteria

Catholic Identity

•Be a practicing member of the Catholic Church, committed to living out Gospel values and supporting the mission of Catholic Education.

•Lead and support the development of Catholic Identity across all aspects of school life.

Education

•A strong working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and progressive early years pedagogy to promote best practice.

•Experience in best practice pedagogy, using data and incorporating explicit teaching with play-based learning.

•Understanding the importance of developing positive relationships to enhance and support the wellbeing of students.

Community





•Cultivate positive, respectful relationships across the school community, including students, staff, families, CEWA consultants, the parish, and the wider community.

•Work collaboratively within a agile leadership team and model¿high levels¿of professionalism, integrity, and interpersonal skill.

Stewardship

•Demonstrate¿strong organisational skills and the capacity to manage the administrative and operational demands of a leadership role.

•Build the professional capacity of colleagues, through coaching, mentoring and professional learning.

•Use digital technologies effectively to enhance communication and efficiency.

Qualifications Required

•Accreditation to Lead in a Catholic School

•Minimum four-year teaching qualification

•Early Childhood Qualification

•Leadership experience in an Assistant Principal role (preferred)

Application Details

Applicants must submit a covering letter and CV directly addressing the selection criteria. Applications should include the names and contact details of 3 referees, including the current employer. All applications should be addressed to the Principal, Mauricio Da Silva and emailed to *****@sots.wa.edu.au

Please attach a copy of your:

•TRBWA;

•Academic Transcript;

•Working With Children Card.

For more information please see: AP Early Years Advertisement 2026.pdf

Applications closing date: COB, 12 August 2026

📌 Assistant Principal (Assistant Principal) (Rockingham)
🏢 Catholic Education Western Australia
📍 Rockingham