Leadership Roles - Kimberley Calling: Assistant Principal, Deputy Principal and Aspiring Leaders (AU)

Answer the Kimberley's Calling: Gain as much as you give leading Catholic schools in the heart of Western Australia in 2026

Catapult your professional and personal goals to new horizons, empowering students in WA's outback communities.

We are in search of passionate Catholic teachers with leadership qualifications and/or experience who are eager to embrace the unique journey of learning, living, and contributing to the vibrant Catholic school communities nestled within the stunning Kimberley region of Western Australia. Welcome to Kimberley Calling – a groundbreaking initiative by CEWA that beckons you to empower and be inspired by students throughout Broome, teaching at your choice of 13 unique school destinations. CEWA invites leadership staff from Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary school backgrounds to apply. Successful applicants require a university degree (or equivalent) in Education, registration with the TRBWA and availability to work either: long term employment of 12 months + / or contracts 5 to 10 weeks per school term (relief opportunities - short notice) - apply and chat to us about your availability and career goals! 

Applicants will be considered for Assistant Principal, Deputy Principal or Head of Department positions depending on their experience (please note that Princpalship opportunities are advertised seperately). After submitting your application, you will be contacted by our friendly Talent team and provided full details of this transformative professional and personal growth opportunity, with a view to joining the Kimberley Calling LEADERSHIP Talent Pool for 2026. From this pool, CEWA will appoint outstanding individuals to carefully matched schools and communities in this unique desert region.

 

Benefits & Remuneration

As part of our commitment to supporting teachers in regional and remote communities, we offer an extensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary (see CEWA Salary Schedules – June 2025)
• Fully funded relocation from any major Australian city – includes flights, household goods and vehicle transport
• Subsidised or free housing, depending on school location
• Location allowance paid fortnightly
• Annual regional bonus of $5,000–$20,000, pro rata for short-term placements
• Fortnightly reimbursements for air conditioning costs
• Electricity subsidy to offset higher regional utility costs
• Accelerated long service leave (double accrual rate at selected schools)
• Annual return flight to Perth (or equivalent) over the Christmas break
• Two mid-year break charter flights (destinations like Broome or Katherine) for teachers in Eastern desert schools
• Early finish Fridays – classrooms conclude at 12:30pm (selected desert schools)
• 4 additional leave days per year to extend long weekends (selected desert schools)
• Salary packaging options through our not-for-profit status
• Discounted private health insurance with HBF and Medibank
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your family (including counselling, financial advice, and wellness support)
• Scholarship opportunities for further study
• HELP debt forgiveness under the Australian Government's scheme for teachers in very remote areas
• Small class sizes and a First Nations Teaching Assistant in every classroom

 

 

Locations

We have Kimberley schools located in the following areas:

• Balgo Hills
• Beagle Bay
• Billiluna
• Broome
• Derby
• Kununurra
• Lombadina
• Mulan / Lake Gregory
• Red Hill
• Ringer Soak
• Warmun
• Wyndham 

To consider which locations may be the right fit for you, check out our interactive Kimberley School Map

 

Requirements

Before you apply for this job, you need:

• Catholic faith: positions at Leadership level within CEWA require candidates to be of Catholic faith 
• University degree in Education or equivalent: either Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary
• Teachers Registration confirmation from Teachers Registration Board of Western Australia - please conduct this process online via: TRBWA - note: candidates with teacher registration in a different Australian State (other than WA) may apply stating their NT, QLD, SA, NSW, VIC or TAS registration details, should you be successful in securing a position CEWA will guide you on how to register for mutual recognition with the TRBWA.
• Highly desirable: possession of qualifications: Accreditation to Teach Religious Education / or Accreditation to Lead Religious Education in Catholic Schools will be highly regarded, however Catholic candidates willing to obtain these qualifciations on the job (course costs are covered by CEWA) are highly encouraged to apply
  
  

If or when you are offered a job with CEWA, you will need:

• Working with Children check this is conducted in person in Western Australia. If currently based in WA please follow the process here: Working with Children Check - Application and renewal process (www.wa.gov.au). All applicants currently based outside of the State please wait to complete this process until after you arrive - this step can be actioned after job offer

 

 

A Profound Journey and a stepping-stone to leadership

Teaching in Kimberley Catholic schools isn't just about education – it's a pathway to shaping lives and making meaningful connections, it's having the privilege of close proximity to the local culture and wisdom of remote communities. Here, you'll pioneer flexible and innovative educational programs, delivering high-quality learning experiences to students in nature-focused settings including:

• Fostering foundational relationships for student success
• Implementing Positive Behaviour strategies in the classroom
• Tailoring curriculum delivery to diverse learning needs
• Enabling personalized learning experiences
• Engaging in two-way learning
• Crafting effective plans for students with diverse language backgrounds
• Embracing Trauma-Informed Practice
• Creating culturally inclusive learning environments
• Harnessing flexibility and innovation to connect learning with context

Kimberley Catholic schools provide a fertile ground for cultivating leadership abilities, teachers employed via our Kimberley Calling Program can experience accelerated career advancement following their posting because of being given opportunity to showcase their skills across a range of higher duties on site. All faculty members benefit from top-tier professional development that hones cultural responsiveness, encourages reflective practice, and elevates pedagogical prowess. 

 

 

HOW TO APPLY:

If Kimberley Calling sounds like it could be right for you, we invite you to submit your application including:

Cover Letter (no more than 1-page)

• Your education philosophy
• Why you feel you would be a great fit for living and working in an outback Kimberley school environment
• Your availability - when you can work and for how long

Resume

• Detail your career history and experience
• Relevant qualifications and professional development.
• Details of your Teachers Registration and Working with Children Check (if you already have this).

Questions and feedback welcomed - we encourage you to apply and find out what possibilities are available to you!
 

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia also encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.