Principalship St Brigid's Primary School, Middle Swan

Principalship for St Brigid’s Primary School, Middle Swan

The Executive Director of Catholic Education Western Australia Limited (CEWA) invites applications for the Principalship role at St Brigid’s Primary School based in Middle Swan commencing 1 January 2026. 

School Profile

St Brigid’s Primary School is a co-educational Catholic school established in 1902. It caters to approximately 460 students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6 and is located near the Parish Centre in Midland. The school is proud of its strong connection with the Parish and wider community, which supports a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Grounded in the charisms of the Mercy and Josephite traditions, St Brigid’s provides a holistic education that encourages students to grow spiritually, emotionally, intellectually and socially. The school promotes the values of Service, Courage, Peace and Acceptance, creating a respectful and supportive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

The curriculum places a strong emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy and is enriched by specialist programs in Physical Education, Music, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences and Italian for students in Years 3 to 6. A dedicated Learning Support Coordinator and the Jean Ellison Centre provide tailored support for students with diverse learning needs through targeted intervention and enrichment programs.

St Brigid’s also values physical education and sportsmanship. Students participate enthusiastically in a variety of sporting activities that build both skill and school spirit. The school’s holistic approach ensures students are equipped not only with academic knowledge but also with essential life skills such as resilience, effective communication and social responsibility, preparing them to thrive in the 21st century.

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

Catholic Identity

• Authentically leads the faith life of the school community, honouring the unique charism of St Brigid’s Primary School through personal witness and active engagement in Catholic traditions.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with the Parish, actively welcoming the presence of clergy as an integral part of the school community.

Education

• Establishes a culture of high expectations and supports expert, evidence-based teaching practices that are inclusive and maximise learning outcomes for all students.
• Maintains strong collaborative relationships with allied health professionals and has experience integrating a Special Needs unit into whole-school operations to ensure inclusive and effective support for all learners.

Community

• Visible and accessible to all members of the school, fostering positive relationships with students, staff and families, with a strong focus on wellbeing.
• Displays strong communication and interpersonal skills to inspire a positive and thriving school environment through visible and confident leadership.

Stewardship

• Creates a culture of continuous improvement by providing regular, effective feedback and supporting professional growth to enhance teaching practice.
• Demonstrates the capacity to form strategic partnerships with the broader community, enriching the school's access to varied networks and creating additional opportunities for students.

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 Teachers 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 guarantee.
• Vehicle available for personal use with co-contribution.
• System Leaders 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 produce an application which 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 are received 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://stbrigidsms.wa.edu.au/

To apply for this position please click on the APPLY NOW button. Applications close at 2.00pm Wednesday 15 October 2025.

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.