Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1060594

This is a permanent, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026

Note: This position is being advertised as part of a new recruitment process for principal positions. The requirements at application stage include a character limited written application using a mandatory CV template, and a recorded response via the Vieple video platform. A further assessment stage will occur for shortlisted applicants only.  

Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the application instructions. Your written application must be provided using the CV template only. Written application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

Refer to the Applicant Instruction Guide attached to this advertisement for further information about the application process.

About the Role

As the principal, you will lead with a strong moral purpose and a commitment to enabling every student to learn successfully and reach their full potential. You will foster an environment where each learner’s talents are recognised, nurtured, and developed, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and values needed for lifelong success. You demonstrate an understanding of the power of education to overcome disadvantage and are committed to supporting the growth and wellbeing of every student.

You will build and sustain strong, purposeful relationships across the school community and with external stakeholders, recognising that achieving the school’s mission requires collective effort. Your leadership will promote a cohesive and inclusive school culture focused on meeting the diverse learning needs of all students and enabling them to thrive.

A key aspect of this role involves strategically allocating and developing resources—including time, staff expertise, funding, facilities, policies, and partnerships—to maximise student outcomes and strengthen teaching and learning across the school.

You will drive continuous improvement by prioritising high quality classroom teaching and building teacher capacity for sustained improvement. Your decisions will be evidence based and informed by quality data to identify needs, set clear goals, monitor progress, and evaluate impact. You will refine school practices and lead significant change where required across programs, curriculum, processes, facilities, or culture to enhance student learning and wellbeing.

To be successful in this role you will be open minded, flexible, and guided by strong personal and professional values. You will demonstrate resilience, optimism, and high expectations for yourself, your staff, and your students. The school’s success will be shaped by your personal qualities, values, beliefs, attitudes, and skills which will underpin all strategic actions and contribute to a positive, future focused school environment.

About Karridale Primary School

Children at Karridale Primary School fully appreciate everything that our small, Independent Public School offers - and that is a vibrant, nurturing and inclusive community. Together we create a safe and friendly learning environment where children thrive and succeed.

Our experienced staff focus on the individual child, and learning is truly personalised for students to fulfil their potential. Our low staff turnover rate creates continuity and strengthens support for our students. No child is overlooked in our small classes. Our committed staff deliver targeted teaching to create success for all students.

Find out more about Karridale Primary School by visiting KarridalePS.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

For Further Job Related Information

Please refer to the attached Business Plan, and Annual Report which provide further information to assist you to better understand the school and its current needs.

For more information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Dainon Couzic, Director of Education, on 9791 0316 or Dainon.Couzic@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. 

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.

Application Instructions

Selection Criteria

You will be assessed against the 6 Domains of Professional Practice and 6 Personal Attributes of Effective School Leaders.

The 6 Domains of Professional Practice were developed in partnership with the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). They clearly encapsulate the key practices of highly effective principals. The Domains align with, and further build upon, the Australian Professional Standard for Principals and the School Improvement and Accountability Framework.

Research commissioned by the Department identified 6 Personal Attributes which are critical for an effective school leader.

The 6 Domains and 6 Personal Attributes form the basis of assessment in the principal recruitment process. They are detailed in the Applicant Instruction Guide attached at the top of this advertisement.

Application process

This position is being advertised as part of the new recruitment process. Please take note of the application instructions detailed below.

You must provide your written application using the CV template attached to this job advertisement. The CV template and the Vieple recorded responses are the only application requirements for this position. Application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel as part of your application for this process.

Applicants are encouraged to consider the additional school related information attached to this advertisement when preparing an application.

Step 1: Download the CV template attached to the job advertisement

Step 2: Complete the CV template with:

• Your employment history, qualifications, relevant professional development and training and details of 3 superordinate professional referees (one must be your current or most recent line manager)
• Written responses, which are character limited to 2800 characters per domain, addressing the following 2 Domains of Professional Practice:
  • Domain 3: Creating enabling conditions
  • Domain 4: Promoting improved teaching

 Step 3: Submit Your Application online

1. Click ‘Apply for Job’
2. Complete the online application,
3. Upload your completed CV template only.

Note: Written application documents in any other format, or additional written documents or attachments, will not be accepted, or considered by the panel.  

Step 4: Submit a recorded response via the Vieple video platform https://live.vieple.com/i/98848b68b1 by the closing date and time stated on this advert:

• The Vieple video will include 2 separate recorded responses of 4 minutes each addressing the following Domains of Professional Practice:
  • Domain 1: Leading the moral purpose
  • Domain 5: Driving data informed practice

Note: Your CV template and recorded response must both be received before the closing date and time. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete all steps of the application process as late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Need Help? Refer to the supporting Applicant Instruction Guide attached to this advertisement for guidance on completing your application.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before you start your application.

For support regarding the CV template, submitting your application via WA Government Jobs, or if you do not receive a confirmation email once submitted, please contact Executive Recruitment for assistance on 08 9264 8317.

For technical support regarding the recording or submission of your recorded response please contact support@vieple.com and notify the Executive Recruitment Team immediately via email on recruitment.executive@education.wa.edu.au if any difficulties are encountered. As late applications are unable to be accepted, we strongly advise that you allow sufficient time to complete your recorded responses in case technical issues arise.

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 13 August 2026