Advertised Vacancy Number: PR*******
This is a permanent, full-time position commencing Term 4, ****
Advertised Vacancy Number: PR*******
This is a permanent, full-time position commencing Term 4, ****
Note:
This position is being advertised as part of a new recruitment process for principal positions. The requirements at application stage include a character limited written application using a mandatory CV template, and a recorded response via the Vieple video platform. A further assessment stage will occur for shortlisted applicants only. Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the application instructions. Your written application must be provided using the CV template only. Written application documents in any other format will not be accepted. Refer to the Applicant Instruction Guide attached to this advertisement for further information about the application 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 school.
You will drive continuous improvement by prioritising high quality classroom teaching and building teacher capacity for sustained improvement. Your decisions will be evidence based and informed by quality data to identify needs, set clear goals, monitor progress, and evaluate impact. You will refine school practices and lead significant change where required across programs, curriculum, processes, facilities, or culture to enhance student learning and wellbeing.
To be successful in this role you will be open minded, flexible, and guided by strong personal and professional values. You will demonstrate resilience, optimism, and high expectations for yourself, your staff, and your students. The school's success will be shaped by your personal qualities, values, beliefs, attitudes, and skills which will underpin all strategic actions and contribute to a positive, future focused school environment.
About Karridale Primary School




Children at Karridale Primary School fully appreciate everything that our small, Independent Public School offers - and that is a vibrant, nurturing and inclusive community. Together we create a protected and friendly learning environment where children thrive and succeed.
Our experienced staff focus on the individual child, and learning is truly personalised for students to fulfil their potential. Our low staff turnover rate creates continuity and strengthens support for our students. No child is overlooked in our small classes. Our committed staff deliver targeted teaching to create success for all students.
Find out more about Karridale Primary School by visiting KarridalePS.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
For Further Job Related Information
Please refer to the attached Business Plan, and Annual Report which provide further information to assist you to better understand the school and its current needs.
For more information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Dainon Couzic, Director of Education, on ********* or ******.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday 13 August ****
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📌 Principal (Western Australia)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Western Australia