Short-term Principalship, St Matthew's School, Narrogin

Expression of Interest: Short-term Principalship

St Matthew’s School, Narrogin

Expressions of Interest are invited for the position of Short-Term Principal at St Matthew’s School, Narrogin, commencing 1 January 2027 and concluding 31 December 2027, to cover a period of leave.

About the School

St Matthew’s School, Narrogin, is a school in the heart of the Wheatbelt, renowned for its strong Catholic identity, welcoming community and commitment to ensuring every child is known, valued and supported. As a well-established and highly successful school, St Matthew’s enjoys strong foundations, dedicated staff and positive community partnerships, providing an excellent opportunity for a leader to step into a thriving school and build upon the outstanding work already underway.

This opportunity would suit either an aspiring leader seeking to take the next step in their leadership journey or an experienced principal looking to serve a vibrant and faith-filled school community. The successful applicant will work alongside committed staff, engaged families and supportive parish and diocesan members to continue strengthening a culture of excellence, belonging and student growth.

With a proud history and a strong reputation within the local community, St Matthew’s offers a rewarding leadership opportunity seeking a principal who is committed to Catholic education and passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of students, staff and families.

Further information about the school is available at:https://www.matthews.wa.edu.au/

Selection Criteria

To be considered for this exciting leadership opportunity, applicants must be practising Catholics and experienced educators committed to the mission, values and ethos of Catholic Education.

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A minimum four-year tertiary qualification (postgraduate qualifications or progress towards a Master's degree is desirable).
• Accreditation to Lead (or a commitment to obtaining Accreditation to Lead).
• Current Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA) registration and a current Working with Children Check, or eligibility to obtain.
• Highly developed relational leadership skills, with the capacity to foster a positive, faith-filled and high-performing school culture.
• Demonstrated ability to build staff capability, strengthen teaching and learning practices, and enhance student wellbeing and outcomes.
• Strong instructional leadership with a commitment to improving student outcomes through literacy, numeracy and evidence-informed practice.
• Authentic Catholic leadership with the capacity to strengthen Catholic identity and foster meaningful partnerships with families, parish and the wider community.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive education and supporting diverse learners, including students with additional needs and students for whom English is an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) is highly desirable.
• Experience in a rural, regional or small-school setting is highly desirable.

Application Process

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Applicants are required to submit:

• A cover letter addressed to the Executive Director, outlining their suitability for the role, leadership experience, and motivation for applying.
• A current Curriculum Vitae, including:
  • Leadership experience and relevant achievements.
  • Accreditation to Lead number and expiry date.
  • Working with Children Check and TRBWA registration numbers and expiry dates.
  • Contact details for two professional referees and the applicant's Parish Priest.

Please refer to the following documentation for further information:

• Provision for Principal
• Duties and Responsibilities of the Principal

For further information regarding the role please contact Tania Lal, Principal Employment Advisor, via principalappointment@cewa.edu.au.

Applications Close: 2pm, Tuesday 13 October 2026

For any enquiries relating to this opportunity, please contact Tania Lal, Principal Employment Advisor, at principalappointment@cewa.edu.au.