Area Principal - Western Australia, Perth
* Fixed-term, Full-time (5+5 years)
* Start: 12 January 2026
* Location: Can be negotiated with successful candidate
* Travel: 50% travel required
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
EREA Flexible Schools Ltd
currently
educates over 2,000 young people in 21 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 9 other schools across Australia) and two Special Education Services Schools in Sydney. Flexi schools serve young people who experience complex educational,
social
or psychological situations which demand unique responses. They enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through
a methodology
based on trauma informed practice,
to co-create a
Common Ground
using
Operation by Principles
, in which the principles of
Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal are embedded.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Area Principal is the delegated leader of Geraldton Flexible School, regional and all education and engagement programs and new schools in Western Australia as they are opened. Each school will employ a Head of Campus who oversees the daily operations of the schools. The role is responsible for providing operational leadership and oversight of the relevant schools, and holds delegated responsibility from the Regional Director in the areas of Safeguarding, Learning and Pedagogy, Risk, Compliance and HR. The Area Principal will also lead in the areas of Flexi Practice, Formation, Identity, Finance, and Land and Infrastructure. The role will also play a significant leadership role in terms of growth in the local area, working in partnership with community stakeholders and the National Leadership Team.
The Area Principal is the direct line manager for Heads of Campus and reports directly to the Regional Director. The role receives significant support from a Regional Support Team, particularly in the areas of Finance, HR, Safeguarding, Risk, Compliance, Learning and Pedagogy and Flexi Practice.
In relation to safeguarding, the Area Principal has responsibility for guaranteeing that all staff members possess a clear and comprehensive understanding of their roles and obligations pertaining to child safeguarding. The Area Principal has an essential role in fostering a safe environment for young people enrolled in their school, ensuring clear communication around policies, procedures and protocols. The Area Principal is a driver of cultivating a culture of vigilance and responsibility, emphasizing a collective commitment to child safeguarding.
For more information, please refer to the Position Description HERE
ABOUT YOU
* Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition.
* Proven senior leadership experience, both strategic and operational, characterised by strong organisational, administrative, communication, and leadership skills, particularly in relation to areas outlined in this position.
* Able to demonstrate the high-level communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills necessary to be successful in a complex and layered organisational structure.
* Appropriate qualifications (such as in Education Leadership) and relevant professional experience.
* Ability to diagnose problems, foresee potential issues and devise appropriate responses.
* Ability to lead, work in, and collaborate across teams with integrity and humility.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
* Edmund Rice Charism
* Learn how to do school differently
* 12.75% Superannuation Contribution
* Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/a
* Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment
* Induction, wellbeing and ongoing professional development
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
HOW TO APPLY: (please upload documents in PDF format)
To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Todd Alloway, Regional Director - Central North Queensland, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd., via email
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 3PM (AEST) FRIDAY 28 NOVEMBER 2025
The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.
All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.
Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.