Short-Term Principalship St Mary's School, Northampton

Expression of Interest: Short-term Principalship

St Mary’s School, Northampton

Expressions of Interest are invited for the position of Short-Term Principal at St Mary’s School, Northampton, commencing 1 January 2027 and concluding 31 December 2027, to cover a period of leave.

About the School

St Mary’s School, Northampton is a co-educational Catholic primary school located approximately 475 kilometres north of Perth in the Midwest region of Western Australia. Catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, the school provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where each child is known, valued, and supported to achieve their full potential.

Established in 1874, St Mary’s has a rich history of Catholic education and strong ties to the Northampton community. Guided by its motto, “For God and Country,” and working in partnership with St Mary’s Parish, the school is committed to fostering the spiritual, academic, social, and emotional development of every student within a Christ-centred community.

St Mary’s values the important partnership between home, school, and parish, creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience, and a love of learning. The school is supported by dedicated staff, an engaged parent community, and strong parish and community connections, all working together to provide a holistic education for every child.

Further information about the school is available here: https://www.smsn.wa.edu.au/

Selection Criteria

To be considered for this unique leadership opportunity, candidates must be practising Catholics and highly experienced educators committed to the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education.

• A minimum four-year tertiary qualification (progress towards a master’s degree or higher is advantageous).


• Accreditation to Lead.


• Current TRBWA and Working with Children requirements.


• Relational leadership with the ability to build strong partnerships with students, staff, families, parish, and the wider community.


• Community-minded leadership, with a willingness to become an active and visible member of the Northampton community.


• Strong instructional leadership with a focus on educational excellence, student achievement, and wellbeing.


• Knowledge and experience in multi-age education and contemporary teaching and learning practices.


• Demonstrated ability to support diverse learners, including students with disability (SWD).


• Capacity to lead and develop staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and positive school culture.


• Ability to grow and strengthen the school community through positive engagement and relationship building.


• Commitment to cultural responsiveness and reconciliation, including meaningful engagement with the First Nations community.


• Experience in a rural, regional, or small-school setting is highly desirable.

Application Process

To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button. 

Applicants should include:

• A cover letter (addressed to the Executive Director) highlighting their suitability, experience in a similar context, and reasons for applying.


• a Curriculum Vitae including: 
  
  
  
  • Leadership experience,   
  
  
  • Accreditation to Lead number and expiry date,  
  
  
  • Working With Children and TRBWA registration numbers and expiry dates, 
  
  
  • Contact details of their current Principal/line manager (if applicable) and Parish Priest.
  
  
  
  

For further information regarding salary and conditions, please contact Tania Lal directly.

Application Closing: 2pm, Monday 10 August 2026.   

For any queries relating to this role, please contact Tania Lal, Principal Employment Advisor, or email [email protected].