Advertised Vacancy Number: PR967058
This is a permanent, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025
About the Role
Mount Magnet District High School is seeking a dedicated leader for the role of Principal. The school’s vision to develop student’s knowledge, skills and confidence to achieve their full potential, become lifelong learners and to make positive contributions to society is of key importance.
The school serves a community of approximately 110 students and their families within a caring and supportive environment. The successful applicant will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a school culture that promotes positive relationships between students and staff, whilst engaging parents and the wider community in the educational work of the school.
The principal will have a strong understanding of leading a culturally responsive school, valuing the local Aboriginal community.
In collaboration with the leadership team, you will ensure staff are supported to create teaching and learning environments that promote progress and achievement for every student. As the Principal, you will create the conditions for staff to lead the implementation of evidence-based, whole-school teaching and learning programs in core curriculum areas. Ideally, you will have experience and an understanding of the Department of Education's Quality Teaching Strategy, the Student Wellbeing and Care: Future Directions and culturally responsive practice. Proven experience in setting the optimal conditions for teachers to cater to students with diverse learning needs through data informed practice is highly desirable.
The principal is responsible for using innovation and creativity to establish systems and structures fostering academic achievement to nurture the social and emotional development of students, whilst engaging the school community within educational programs of the school. You will possess a commitment to continuous school improvement, and the development of high-quality teaching and learning practices. You will build strategic networks with other schools, local agencies, and services in the community to benefit school programs. Mount Magnet District High School is part of the Murchison Network and is committed to the Midwest Targeted Teaching Program based on evidence-based practice.
The school has developed extensive programs to support all students, including those with complex needs and students with a disability. The successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal and public relations skills and understand the importance of working with the local community.
About Mount Magnet District High School
Find out more about Mount Magnet District High School by visiting MountMagnetDHS.wa.edu.au or 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 Lisa Criddle, Director of Education, on 08 9956 1600 or Lisa.Criddle@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 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 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 4 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, 23 May 2025
