Principalship Mater Christi Catholic Primary School, Yangebup

Principalship at Mater Christi Catholic Primary School, Yangebup 

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

School Profile 

Mater Christi is a large, triple stream Catholic primary school with a strong and visible Catholic identity that shapes relationships, decision making and daily practice. Grounded in a faith centred and whole child approach, the school is recognised for its inclusive and pastoral culture where every student is known, valued and supported to thrive.

Strong partnerships with families, the Parish and the wider community contribute to positive learning outcomes and a shared commitment to wellbeing and faith formation. 

A defining strength of the school is its highly collegial and professional staff culture, characterised by trust, collaboration and a strong sense of belonging. Despite its size and complexity, the school is experienced as welcoming and community centred, with staff committed to professional growth, evidence based practice and continuous improvement. 

Mater Christi offers a comprehensive curriculum enriched by specialist programs, a strong focus on the arts, co‑curricular opportunities and technology‑rich learning environments. Well maintained facilities and resources support high quality teaching and learning, and the school is financially stable and well positioned for the future. 

The community values leadership that provides stability, clarity and continuity, honours the school’s traditions, and strengthens collaboration, staff voice and wellbeing. There is strong support for a leader who communicates transparently, builds strong relationships and confidently guides future focused improvement aligned with CEWA priorities and the Quality Catholic Education Framework. 

In addition to the duties and responsibilities of the Principal, the community seeks a principal who: 

Catholic Identity  

• Provides Christ centred faith leadership through Gospel witness, prayer, liturgy and sacramental life, shaping an inclusive Catholic culture grounded in compassion and Catholic Social Teaching. 

• Builds strong partnerships with the Parish, families and wider community, fostering shared responsibility for the school’s Catholic mission and faith formation. 

Education 

• Demonstrates strong instructional leadership that promotes evidence-based pedagogy, supports consistent classroom practice and uses data wisely to guide student centred decisions. 

• Fosters a collaborative professional culture through shared leadership, constructive feedback and professional learning, strengthening collective responsibility for continuous improvement. 

Community  

• Maintains a strong, approachable presence within the life of the school and wider community, engaging authentically with others, listening attentively to diverse perspectives and responding sensitively and professionally to community needs. 

• Builds trust and through clear, open and respectful communication, strengthening relationships, supporting pastoral care and fostering a cohesive community. 

Stewardship  

• Demonstrates responsible, transparent and values driven stewardship of financial, physical and human resources, ensuring decisions align with Catholic Social Teaching, equity, and the strategic priorities of the school and system. 

• Values staff as the school’s greatest resource by prioritising wellbeing, professional growth, succession planning and fair, consistent leadership, fostering a sustainable, faith filled workplace culture of shared responsibility. 

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://www.mcps.wa.edu.au/  

To apply for this position, please click on the APPLY NOW button. Applications close at 2:00pm, Monday 8 June 2025.