Principal (Community School)
Job No:
114206
Location:
Warralong campus (Karntimarta)
- Rewarding opportunity for a Principal to lead operations of a small community school in the Pilbara region of WA
- Existing Principals and/or Deputy Principals/Teachers looking for a step-up in their career will be considered!
- Competitive salary circa $116,626-$127,810 + super, based on skills and experience
- Hands-on, live-in position in a spectacular, remote location - accommodation & relocation assistance provided!
About Strelley Community School
Strelley Community School is a remote Aboriginal Independent Community School located in the Pilbara Region of WA. With approximately 80 students, the school caters for Kindergarten to Year 12 across 2 campuses - (Strelley & Warralong).
The language, culture and history of the students are highly respected and valued within the school and its programs.
The school’s curriculum employs learning, teaching and assessment programs that provide each student with opportunities to demonstrate the learning outcomes identified in the Australian Curriculum and the Western Australian Curriculum Frameworks. The delivery of the school curriculum endeavours to be rich and varied, and to provide the students with a learning environment that is supportive, stimulating and encourages student participation, growth and development.
You can learn more about the school by visiting their website here and through watching some of their videos on their YouTube channel here.
Your new career awaits
Strelley Community School now has an exciting, full-time opportunity for a Principal to join their teams based at the Warralong (Karntimarta) and Strelley (Yurtingunya) campuses both located East of Port Hedland.
Working under the direction of the Nomads Charitable and Educational Foundation Governing Body and the various Strelley Community School Committees, the Principal is accountable for the day-to-day operations for the school across both campuses.
Key responsibilities include:
- Administration and financial management;
- Implementation and compliance of school policies and procedures and the Strelley Community School Aims;
- Curriculum development and program innovation;
- Student achievement and wellbeing;
- Staff development and management;
- Resource management of school assets; and
- Stakeholder engagement (internally and externally) with the community.
To view the full position description, please click here.
Please note: Prior to commencement in this position you will need to obtain a National Criminal History Check and a current Working with Children Check.
What you need to succeed
To be considered for this position you will hold a recognised teaching qualification (ideally with post-graduate qualifications in curriculum and/or educational leadership), and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia.
Whilst previous experience working as a Principal will be highly regarded, Strelley Community School is also open to speaking with candidates who are currently working as a Deputy Principal or Senior Teacher, looking to make the next step up in their career.
As a small school with a number of internal and external stakeholders, a collaborative leadership approach will be critical to your success in this role. You will be open-minded in learning and respecting the cultural ways of the local Indigenous people and will integrate cultural connection to the land and 2-way learning into curriculum development.
Importantly, Strelley Community School is looking for a Principal with a passion for Indigenous education and a genuine desire to live and work in the region. You will be visible in the community, flexible in your approach and open-minded to new and creative teaching styles that will enable students to meet their learning obligations.
Please Note: Both the school and provided housing are smoke-free. Both communities are 'dry' for school staff.
Be Rewarded
This is a rare opportunity to live and work in a remote Indigenous community. While this lifestyle is not for everyone, for those that are truly open and committed to the opportunity, you will be offered a life-changing experience in which you will see the direct, positive impact you are making to the lives of children in the community.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a competitive salary in line with the School Education Act Employee's (Teachers and Administrators) General Agreement 2017, ranging from $116,626-$127,810 + super (depending on qualifications and experience).
The Principal is to reside at the Warralong Campus of the school where a three-bedroom demountable home is provided rent free by the Foundation. Essential services (i.e. power, water and gas) are also provided at no expense to the staff member. The accommodation provided is furnished with most essentials (i.e. beds, lounge setting, dining suite, shelving, white goods and kitchenware) and relocation assistance and an annual travel allowance is also provided.
For those candidates looking to relocate with a partner, Strelley Community School can also provide guidance on other job opportunities that may be available within the school and/or local area. The above accommodation and benefits would be accessible to both parties.
If you are looking for a new and rewarding challenge, and the chance to make a real difference in a remote community - Apply Now!