Principal at Department of Education WA

Job Description:

Latest job information from Department of Education WA for the position of Principal. If the Principal vacancy in Wellstead WA matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

Please note that applying for a job may not always be easy, as new candidates must meet certain qualifications and requirements set by the company. We hope the career opportunity at Department of Education WA for the position of Principal below matches your qualifications.

Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1001367

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension

About the Role

The successful applicant will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a school culture that promotes positive relationships between students and between students and staff, and engaging parents and the wider community in the educational work of the school.

Principals are responsible for being innovative and creative in the establishment of systems and structures to foster academic development and improvements in social and emotional development for students, as well as engaging a diverse school community in the educational programs of the school.

Principals possess a commitment to continuous school improvement and development of the instructional program, particularly the pedagogy of beginning teachers, and building networks with other agencies, other schools, and services in the community to benefit school programs.

About Wellstead Primary School

Find out more about Wellstead Primary School by visiting Schools Online.

For Further Job Related Information

Full details of the role, including selection criteria and eligibility and training requirements, are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more specific information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Cheryl Parkin, Assistant Director of Education, on 08 9791 03***or *************@education.wa.edu.au.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, please complete the online application form that includes details of 2 work related referees (one being your current line manager), and attach the following:

• A 4 page statement addressing the selection criteria (found in the attached JDF), in context of the role and business needs of the school;
• A CV of up to 5 pages that includes your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

Please refer to the attached for further information on how to apply. It is recommended you consider all information contained in the advertisement any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, or if you do not receive a confirmation email once submitted, please contact us for assistance on 08 9264 8***.

Subsequent Appointments

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 6 November 2025

Job Info:

• Company: Department of Education WA
• Position: Principal
• Work Location: Wellstead WA
• Country: AU

How to Submit an Application:

After reading and understanding the criteria and minimum qualification requirements explained in the job information Principal at the office Wellstead WA above, immediately complete the job application files such as a job application letter, CV, photocopy of diploma, transcript, and other supplements as explained above. Submit via the Next Page link below.