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

- 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.
- 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.
- Contemporary learning and innovation: Demonstrate a strong understanding of contemporary educational research, evidence-based teaching practices and the Western Australian Curriculum, with a commitment to improving student learning and wellbeing. Be a agile, innovative and curious leader who embraces purposeful change, champions effective pedagogies and supports inclusive, engaging and differentiated learning experiences.




- A culture of continuous improvement: Use student achievement data, assessment, educational research and professional feedback to identify priorities, inform decisions and evaluate the impact of teaching and learning initiatives. Lead a culture of collaborative inquiry, high expectations and accountability, ensuring improvement strategies result in measurable and sustained outcomes.
- Reflective practice and personal growth: Demonstrate self-awareness, professional integrity and a commitment to ongoing reflection, feedback and professional learning. Model a growth mindset and encourage others to continually develop their practice, embrace new ideas and learn from challenges.
- Strategic leadership: Demonstrate strong organisational, administrative and strategic planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and translate the school's vision into purposeful action.
- Staff Development, wellbeing and collective efficacy: Inspire and empower staff through mentoring, coaching, constructive feedback and opportunities for skilled growth, fostering a culture of collaboration, trust and collective responsibility. Lead change thoughtfully, recognise staff strengths and promote sustainable practices that support staff wellbeing and high-quality teaching.
- Student-centred leadership and wellbeing: Place the dignity, safety, learning and wellbeing of every student at the centre of decision-making, promoting inclusion, high expectations, student voice and a strong sense of belonging. Work collaboratively with staff, families and external professionals to ensure every student is supported to flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

Please submit applications directly to 2027 Principal and Panel Chair, Lisa McClue via [email protected]

Qualifications Required

Accreditation for Leadership

Masters of Education (desirable)

📌 2 x Assistant Principal (Assistant Principal) (Padbury)
🏢 Catholic Education Western Australia
📍 Padbury