Advertised Vacancy Number: PR1027319
This is a permanent, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
About the Role
The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining a positive school culture that promotes positive relationships between students, staff and the wider community of Djugerari including service providers and stakeholders 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.
The school is part of the Kimberley schools project and the principal is required to lead the work on embedding Targeted Teaching, Early Years, Community Engagement and Attendance as part of whole school planning and teaching and learning programs. Student attendance and engagement continue to be a regional and school focus. This school has a strong focus on Two Way Science and connecting with the community and Two-Way Science team in developing school-based curriculum programs for students. The school continues to support students at the end of year 6 into secondary pathways.
The principal is required to be actively involved in the Fitzroy Valley Network Schools and associated priorities with other valley schools as well as sustaining a positive partnership with community.
About Djugerari Remote Community School
Find out more about Djugerari Remote Community 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 Paul Eaglestone, Principal Advisor on 08 9192 0800.
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 2021-2025 for more details.
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 3 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 8317.
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 Friday, 27 February 2026.
