Assistant Principal

Our Lady of Mercy Primary School - GIRRAWHEEN School Principal : Mr Luke Sirolli School Address : 55 Hudson Avenue Girrawheen WA 6064 Phone Number : ********* Fax Number : ********* Email Address : ********************.
Web Site : ******************.
Type : Full-Time Term : Ongoing Position Details Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Primary School is a Kindy to Year 6 double-stream Catholic primary school located in Girrawheen.
We take great pride in our Mercy traditions, our multicultural community, and our commitment to Gospel values.
With a strong history shaped by the Sisters of Mercy, we embed the Mercy values across all areas of our curriculum.
We provide a caring and inclusive school community that nurtures the integrity and gentleness of each individual.
Our school is committed to improving learning outcomes for all students, with a particular focus on early intervention.
Building staff capacity, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous school improvement are central to our culture.
We are seeking a dedicated, passionate and committed Assistant Principal with a strong interest in teacher development, school improvement and community engagement.
Selection Criteria Promotion of Catholic IdentityActively promote and strengthen the Catholic identity of the school through its vision, mission and values, ensuring faith is integrated into daily teaching, learning and community practices.Leadership Across DomainsDemonstrate the ability to support the Principal across the four leadership domains of Catholic Identity, Education, Community, and Stewardship, with a particular emphasis on building strong partnerships and engaging a diverse multicultural community.Educational Knowledge and InnovationPossess a deep knowledge of current educational research, pedagogies and practices, including trauma-informed approaches and strategies that support students with English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D).
Show the capacity to lead innovation, drive school improvement, and foster a culture of high expectations with high support.
Commitment to Student LearningSupport a culture in which every student is recognised as capable of learning, ensuring equity, engagement, and achievement for all through quality teaching and learning practices tailored to diverse needs.
Excellence and AccountabilityPromote and celebrate the pursuit of excellence while ensuring accountability, transparency, and ongoing improvement across all areas of school life.
Interpersonal and Collaborative SkillsDemonstrate exceptional interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive, respectful relationships with students, staff, families, parish, and the wider community.
Technology and IT ExpertiseExhibit strong IT skills and the capacity to lead and support the integration of technology into teaching, learning, and administration in ways that enhance student outcomes, streamline processes, and foster creativity and innovation.Qualifications Required Accreditation for Leadership Experience as an Assistant Principal (desirable) Minimum of 7 years relevant educational experience Application Details Enquiries should be directed to Mr Luke Sirolli via email at ************************ or phone (*************.
Applications should be submitted to ********************.
Applications must include A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role.
A response to the selection criteria (approximately 1/2 page per criterion) A curriculum vitae detailing your professional experience and the contact details of three referees: your current Principal, a Parish Priest, and one other professional referee.
In applying for this position you will be providing personal information to the School.
This information will be used in order to assess your application for employment.
Applicants must have a current registration as a teacher with the Teacher Registration Board of WA (TRBWA) to be eligible for appointment.
Information is available from the TRBWA website.
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.
On appointment successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check.
Application forms are available at certain Australia Post Outlets throughout the State.
A list of participating Australia Post outlets can be found on the Australia Post website.
An application for a WWC must be made in person.Listed : 9th September, 2025 Applications Close : 22nd September, 2025 Vacancy Number : 32485