Principalship Assumption Catholic Primary School, Mandurah

Principalship at Assumption Catholic Primary School, Mandurah

The Executive Director of Catholic Education Western Australia Limited (CEWA) invites applications for the Principalship role at Assumption Catholic Primary School based in Mandurah commencing 1 January 2027. 

School Profile

Assumption Catholic Primary School is a vibrant double-stream Catholic co-educational school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6. Established by the Presentation Sisters more than forty years ago, the school is guided by its motto, "United in Christ," and provides a faith-filled learning environment where students are nurtured academically, spiritually, socially and emotionally.

The school is recognised for its commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed teaching and learning, with a strong focus on student growth, wellbeing and continuous improvement. Students benefit from specialist programs in Science, Art, Music, Physical Education and Auslan, a one-to-one iPad program in Years 4 to 6, and a range of co-curricular opportunities that foster creativity, curiosity and engagement.

Assumption Catholic Primary School is a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) school that fosters a safe, respectful and inclusive environment by explicitly teaching and recognising positive behaviours.

Strong partnerships between staff, families and Our Lady's Assumption Parish create a welcoming and inclusive community where every child is known, valued and supported to achieve their full potential. With modern learning environments, dedicated staff and a commitment to Catholic faith formation, Assumption Catholic Primary School offers an outstanding educational experience, preparing students to thrive in an ever-changing world.

In addition to fulfilling the Duties and Responsibilities of the Principal, the community is seeking a leader who demonstrates the following qualities:

Catholic Identity

• Demonstrated commitment to strengthening Catholic Identity through visible faith leadership, active engagement with the parish, and authentic partnerships with families in faith formation.
• The capacity to nurture a vibrant Catholic culture through the promotion of prayer, liturgy, service and the charism of Nano Nagle, evident in the daily life of the school.

Education

• The ability to improve student growth, achievement and wellbeing through evidenced-informed practice, strong instructional leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Experience in leading inclusive, student -centred learning environments that respond to the diverse needs of all learners.
• A commitment to supporting staff professional growth, fostering collaboration and innovation, and valuing staff expertise to enhance student outcomes.

Community 

• Proven ability to build trusting and collaborative partnerships with families, engaging parents as active partners in their child’s learning and wellbeing.
• The capacity to create a welcoming, connected and inclusive school community through visible, relational leadership and clear communication with students, staff, parish and the wider community.

Stewardship 

• The ability to develop and support staff through professional learning, leadership opportunities and a focus on staff wellbeing.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead effective school operations through thoughtful use of resources, transparent decision making and a focus on improving outcomes for students and the school community.

Selection Criteria:

• Practising Catholic and experienced educator committed to Catholic Education.
• Accredited for Leadership of a Catholic School Community or equivalent.
• A collaborative and future-focused leader who understands and supports the strategic priorities of the broader Catholic Education system. 
• A relevant Master’s degree (or working towards completion) with the ability to apply advanced leadership and management principles to both the day-to-day and long-term leadership of a school is highly desirable.
• Current Teacher Registration for Western Australia (TRBWA).
• Current WA Working with Children Check (WA WWCC).

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration.
• Additional 2.5% superannuation above the guarantee.
• Vehicle available for personal use with co-contribution.
• System Leader Renewal Leave.
• Additional leave for wellbeing and Catholic Day.
• Access to high-quality professional learning and development.
• Discounted rates on corporate health insurance and wellbeing initiatives.

Applicant Instructions:

Applicants will need to submit an application that includes a cover letter addressed to the Executive Director, a curriculum vitae, contact information for professional referees and your Parish Priest, and a leadership SAO. All applications must be submitted through the website, which will require you to create or log in to your personal profile.

Please refer to the following documentation for further information:

Principal Application Guide

Provision for Principal

Duties and Responsibilities of the Principal

To visit the school website, follow this link: https://www.assumption.wa.edu.au/ 

To apply for this position, please click on the APPLY NOW button. Applications close at 2pm Wednesday 26 August 2026.

For any queries, please contact Tania Lal, Principal Employment Advisor, on (08) 9380 1824 or email principalappointment@cewa.edu.au. 

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.