Associate Principal – East Kimberley College (Branch: East Kimberley College) – Independent Public School, Kimberley Education Region – Salary: Level 4, $154,675 – $164,503 per annum (pro‑rata) – Work type: Permanent, Full Time – Location: Kununurra – Closing date: 2025‑12‑05
"The school of choice, empowering all learners to succeed."
The Role
The Associate Principal will work collaboratively with the Executive, College and Secondary Leadership Teams to lead whole‑school strategic directions, particularly across the Secondary Years.
Responsibilities
* Lead and model the school vision and values, ensuring they are embedded in everyday practice.
* Drive data‑informed decision‑making and a strong moral purpose in all aspects of teaching and learning.
* Foster culturally responsive pedagogies and inclusive practices that reflect our community.
* Build and sustain productive relationships with staff, students, families and partners.
* Lead and manage a high‑performing leadership team, including Deputy Principals, Program Coordinators and Heads of Learning.
Key Focus Areas (Next 3–5 Years)
* Workforce planning to recruit, retain and develop high‑quality staff.
* Embedding consistency in systems, processes and expectations across the school.
* Strengthening secondary pathways that are responsive, inclusive, provide choice, engagement and success for every student.
* Leading the implementation of the Quality Teaching Strategy, including Teaching for Impact and collaborative school partnerships.
* Supporting and embedding Program Kaartdijin and key wellbeing and engagement initiatives.
Professional Benefits
* Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $13 730 a year.
* District allowance of $7 436 a year.
* Temporary Attraction and Retention incentive of $7 000.
* 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation.
* 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays).
* Subsidised accommodation where applicable.
* Free relocation.
* Travel concession.Air‑conditioning subsidy.
* More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leave.
Qualifications / Expectations
* Strategic, innovative, culturally responsive, collaborative and solutions‑focused, with capacity to lead improvement and change across a complex and diverse school environment.
* Broad knowledge of Department of Education systems and processes, including Reporting‑to‑Parents, SIS Classic (with experience managing whole‑school timetabling) and Program Kaartdijin.
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.
Eligibility
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* Hold registration with the of Western Australia.
* Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start.
* Consent to a and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps.
Step 1: Select "Apply for Job"
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work‑related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
* A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
* A five‑page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF, including:
o Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
o High level of interpersonal and public‑relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
o Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
o Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
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Applications close (AWST) on Friday, 5 December 2025.
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