Assistant Principal (Primary)

About us
John XXIII College is a vibrant co-educational Catholic School (Pre - K-12) nestled in the beautiful suburb of Mount Claremont. We seek to develop people of competence, conscience and compassion who are committed to God and the service of others. Grounded in Ignatian tradition, our vision is for all students to strive for excellence for themselves, their peers, and their community. We encourage students to be passionate and courageous about their educational journey and embrace a mindset that they can make a difference both locally and globally.

John XXIII College is seeking an experienced, visionary and collaborative Assistant Principal (Primary) to join our community.

About the role

The Assistant Principal (Primary) is a member of the Primary Leadership Team, working closely with the Head of Primary to advance the College’s mission, strategic priorities and educational vision. The role is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of key policies, practices and processes for students from Pre-Kindy to Year 6.

Key responsibilities

• Model the College’s Catholic, Ignatian values in teaching and leadership.
• Work in close partnership with the Head of Primary in the provision of high quality academic programs and pastoral care for students in Pre-Kindy to Year 6.
• Model reflective practice and ongoing professional learning, contributing to a culture of service and continuous improvement Work with Primary staff to ensure continuity of learning, effective teaching and strong student outcomes across the Primary years.
• Facilitate the delivery of Professional Learning Community (PLCs) to drive alignment between curriculum, pedagogy wellbeing and operational practice.
• Demonstrate a holistic pastoral and pedagogical vision for the education of Primary students.
• Lead teachers in the establishment and implementation of policies, procedures, and programs suitable for Primary Students.

Selection Criteria

• Commitment to the Church's mission in Catholic Education and model the Catholic and Ignatian ethos and traditions of the College.
• Work in a collaborative manner as part of a committed Primary leadership Team.
• Excellent teacher, mentor and leader by modelling good practice and providing constructive feedback.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively and build positive relationships with staff, students, parents, and the wider community.
• Experience in data collection and analysis at a student, class, and whole school level with the ability to lead staff in the interpretation of data.
• Excellent organisational skills and effective in meeting a variety of administrative requirements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current education practices and research and confidence to lead staff in educational change, curriculum development and professional learning.
• Experience leading curriculum improvement, particularly in Numeracy and Literacy, using evidence based practices.
• Expertise leading Professional Learning Communities that promote collaboration, accountability and student achievement.
• • Highly competent ICT skills including the use of SEQTA.

Applicants must actively support and promote the ethos of the College and all teachers are required to have, or be prepared to obtain, necessary accreditation through Catholic Education Western Australia. A current Working with Children card/application and current Teacher Registration Board WA must be submitted at the time of application.

Staff wellbeing is important to us at John XXIII College. Staff benefit from a range of wellbeing initiatives as part of a supportive and collegial workplace.

For more information and how to apply please visit the College Website:

Employment Opportunities | John XXIII College

Applications Close**: Thursday 1 October 2026 at 5:00pm**

The College reserves the right to interview and appoint the successful applicant during the advertising period.