Principalship John Paul College, Kalgoorlie

Principalship at John Paul College, Kalgoorlie

The Executive Director of Catholic Education Western Australia Limited (CEWA) invites applications for the Principalship role at John Paul College based in Kalgoorlie commencing 1 January 2027.

School Profile

John Paul College is a Catholic co-educational secondary College serving students in Years 7 to 12 across the Eastern Goldfields of Western Australia. Established in 1984, the College was formed from the proud traditions of Christian Brothers' College Kalgoorlie and Prendiville College for Girls, creating a strong heritage that continues to inspire its mission and vision today.

Guided by the values of Justice, Peace and Charity, the College is committed to providing a high-quality Catholic education that supports the development of the whole person. Students are encouraged to grow in faith, strive for personal excellence and contribute positively to their communities through service, leadership and respect for others.

The College offers a broad and contemporary curriculum with pathways that support academic achievement, vocational education and future career aspirations. Strong literacy and numeracy programs, university and TAFE pathways, and workplace learning opportunities enable students to pursue their individual goals with confidence.

Student wellbeing is central to the College's mission, supported by a comprehensive pastoral care framework that fosters a culture of belonging, care and inclusion. A wide range of opportunities in sport, music, drama, dance, robotics, leadership and academic enrichment further enhances student engagement and personal growth.

As the only Catholic secondary College in the Goldfields region, John Paul College enjoys strong partnerships with families, parish communities and local organisations. These connections contribute to a vibrant and supportive learning environment where students are empowered to become faith-filled, resilient and compassionate young people prepared to make a meaningful contribution to society.

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

Catholic Identity

• Is an active and committed Catholic leader who promotes the Catholic identity, mission and evangelising purpose of the College, ensuring Gospel values and the teachings of the Church guide all aspects of school life.
• Nurtures a Christ-centred, inclusive and faith-filled community through effective faith formation, pastoral leadership, social justice initiatives, and meaningful engagement with the diverse backgrounds and experiences of students, staff, families and parish.

Education

• Leads a contemporary and inclusive learning environment that promotes excellence, innovation and high achievement for all students, while supporting diverse pathways and opportunities for success.
• Builds a culture of instructional excellence through visible and impactful educational leadership, professional growth, collaboration, and the effective use of evidence-informed practice to enhance teaching quality, student engagement and learning outcomes.

Community

• Fosters strong partnerships with families, parish communities, First Nations families and communities, local organisations and educational networks to support student outcomes, wellbeing and community engagement.
• Provides visible and strategic leadership that strengthens community confidence and promotes the College as a valued contributor to the social, cultural and educational life of the Goldfields.

Stewardship

• Creates a positive and high-performing organisational culture through the recruitment, development and retention of staff, while fostering professional growth, wellbeing, accountability and distributed leadership.

• Ensures effective stewardship of the College's resources, finances, facilities and strategic priorities through transparent leadership, sound governance and effective planning, with a commitment to sustainable growth.

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 based on school size and enrolment numbers.
• 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://jpc.wa.edu.au/

To apply for this position, please click on the APPLY NOW button. Applications close at 2:00pm, Tuesday, 9 September 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.