Short-term Principalship St Joseph's School, Moora

Expression of Interest: Short-term Principalship

St Joseph’s School, Moora

We are inviting expressions of interest for the short‑term principalship at St Joseph’s School, Moora, commencing 4 July 2026 to 31 December 2026.

About the School

St Joseph’s School is a single‑stream Catholic primary school founded in 1913 by the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart. The school continues to live out the spirit and values of Mary MacKillop, Australia’s first saint, fostering a strong sense of faith, service, and community.

Located north‑east of Perth, St Joseph’s caters for approximately 160 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. While many students travel from surrounding areas such as Watheroo, Dandaragan, Bindi Bindi, Miling, Badgingarra, Koojan and Piawanning, the majority of enrolments come from the Moora township. The school prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive community where families feel a strong sense of belonging.

St Joseph’s offers a broad and comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the needs of all learners. Literacy and numeracy form a major focus across the school, supported by high‑quality teaching practices and a commitment to ensuring every child is given the opportunity to thrive. The school community is united in its belief that it is a place “growing together in harmony and faith in Jesus,” and this ethos is reflected in daily interactions, learning experiences, and pastoral care.

In a safe and supportive environment, St Joseph’s School seeks to empower each student to reach their full potential, spiritually, academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. The school remains dedicated to nurturing confident, compassionate, and capable young people who are ready to contribute positively to their community and the wider world.

Further information about the school is available here: https://www.sjsmoora.wa.edu.au/.  

Selection Criteria

To be considered for this unique leadership opportunity, candidates must be practising Catholics and highly experienced educators committed to the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education.

• A minimum four-year tertiary qualification (progress towards a master’s degree or higher is advantageous).
• Accreditation to Lead.
• Current TRBWA and Working with Children requirements.
• Current or prior experience as a short-term principal or substantive principal is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in building positive, respectful, and culturally responsive relationships with First Nations peoples, with a commitment to genuine partnership and understanding.

Application Process

To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button. 

Applicants should include:

• A cover letter (addressed to the Executive Director) highlighting their suitability, experience in a similar context, and reasons for applying.
• a Curriculum Vitae including: 
  • Leadership experience,   
  • Accreditation to Lead number and expiry date,  
  • Working With Children and TRBWA registration numbers and expiry dates, 
  • Contact details of their current Principal/line manager (if applicable) and Parish Priest.

Application Closing: 2pm, Thursday 28 May 2026.   

Principal housing is available. 

For any queries relating to this role including further information regarding salary and conditions, please contact Tania Lal, Principal Employment Advisor, or email principalappointment@cewa.edu.au.