Assistant Principal (Assistant Principal)

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Position Details
St Andrew’s Catholic Primary School is seeking a dynamic, innovative and faith-filled Assistant Principal (Early Childhood) to lead our Pre-Kindergarten to Year 2 learning community. This is an exciting opportunity arising from a recent restructure of the school’s leadership team, providing the successful applicant with the opportunity to shape the future direction of Early Childhood education at St Andrew’s. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a deep understanding of child development, contemporary early years education, play-based learning environments and evidence-based teaching practices that support strong outcomes for young learners.

As a key member of the Leadership Team, the Assistant Principal will lead the Early Childhood team while also undertaking defined whole-school leadership responsibilities that contribute to the strategic direction and ongoing improvement of the school.

St Andrew’s CPS located in Clarkson, is a co-educational, double stream primary school catering for approximately 410 students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6. Dedicated and professional staff, together with parents and the parish, work collaboratively to nurture a learning environment where students are safe, valued and supported. St Andrew’s CPS provides a broad, balanced and developmentally appropriate curriculum focussing on the needs of our students as we strive to 'Make Jesus Real' in our daily lives.

Selection Criteria
- Active member of the Catholic Church with the ability to demonstrate and live out Gospel Values in accordance with the Catholic ethos, mission and vision of Catholic education. 
- Demonstrated successful leadership experience in a school leadership position, with the ability to contribute strategically as a key member of a Leadership Team, supporting organisational effectiveness, decision-making, whole-school improvement and the achievement of school priorities. 
- Demonstrated capacity to lead curriculum improvement initiatives, particularly in literacy and numeracy, through evidence-based pedagogical practice and a commitment to continuous school improvement.
- Proven experience in leading Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), fostering collaboration, collective efficacy, accountability and a sustained focus on student achievement and school improvement priorities. 
- Demonstrated commitment to student wellbeing, pastoral care, inclusion and positive behaviour practices, with the ability to support the diverse academic, social and emotional needs of students and foster positive outcomes for all learners. 
- Excellent knowledge and experience of Early Childhood frameworks and accountability processes, including the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS), with a commitment to best practice in Early Childhood education. 
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive, respectful and collaborative relationships with staff, students, parents, parish and the wider community, while contributing positively to a flexible and supportive Leadership Team.

Qualifications Required
CEWA Accreditation to Lead 
Leadership Experience in an Assistant Principal Role (desirable)
Relevant Tertiary Qualifications

Closing date for applications: Friday, 21 August 2026