Principalship Mary's Mount Primary School, Gooseberry Hill

Principalship at Mary’s Mount Primary School, Gooseberry Hill

The Executive Director of Catholic Education Western Australia Limited (CEWA) invites applications for the Principalship role at Mary’s Mount Primary School based in Gooseberry Hill commencing 1 January 2027. 

School Profile

Mary’s Mount Primary School is a Catholic co-educational primary school located in the Perth Hills, approximately 30 minutes from the Perth CBD. Established in 1921 by the Sisters of St Joseph of the Apparition, the school has a proud history of providing quality Catholic education within a warm, welcoming and highly connected community.

Catering for students from Three-Year-Old Kindergarten to Year 6, Mary’s Mount is committed to nurturing the spiritual, academic, social and emotional development of every child. The school is recognised for its strong focus on student wellbeing, inclusive practices and evidence-informed teaching that supports the needs of all learners.

A defining feature of Mary’s Mount is its strong sense of community and enduring partnerships between families, staff, students and Holy Family Parish. Many families have multi-generational connections to the school, reflecting a deep appreciation for its traditions, values and sense of belonging.

As a Level 5 Catholic Earthcare School, Mary’s Mount is recognised for its commitment to sustainability, stewardship and care for creation. The school's strong Earthcare culture is embedded across learning, community life and decision-making, inspired by the principles of Laudato Si'.

The school seeks an experienced Catholic leader who can honour its rich heritage, strengthen academic achievement through high-quality teaching and learning, foster strong community relationships, and provide strategic stewardship of its people, resources and facilities as it plans confidently for the future.

Grounded in faith, rich in tradition and committed to excellence, Mary’s Mount offers an outstanding opportunity to lead a thriving Catholic school community.

In addition to the Duties and Responsibilities of the Principal, the community seeks a principal who is:

Catholic Identity 

• A committed Catholic leader who actively promotes the mission of Catholic education through faith formation, Gospel-centred leadership, strong parish partnerships, and opportunities for prayer, service and social justice.
• A leader who fosters an authentically Catholic culture where faith is lived and celebrated daily, nurturing the spiritual growth of students and staff and promoting the dignity of every person.

Education

• A contemporary educational leader who drives excellence in teaching and learning through evidence-informed practice, effective use of student data, strategic planning and a commitment to improving student achievement and academic outcomes.
• A student-centred leader who ensures every learner is supported through effective differentiation, targeted intervention and extension programs that enable all students to achieve their potential.

Community 

• A visible and relational leader who builds strong partnerships with families, parish and the wider community, fostering trust, collaboration and shared responsibility for student success.
• A compassionate leader who cultivates a positive and inclusive school culture, promoting student and staff wellbeing, restorative practices, and a strong sense of belonging.

Stewardship 

• A values-driven leader who promotes stewardship of creation through a deep commitment to Laudato Si', Catholic Social Teaching and environmental sustainability, fostering a culture of care for the natural world.
• A strategic and accountable leader who effectively manages people, finances, facilities and resources, ensuring the long-term sustainability, growth and continuous improvement of the school.

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://marysmount.wa.edu.au/.

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