Job DescriptionPRINCIPAL Yakanarra Community School
School Principal
Join an organisation dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming, and engaging education to Indigenous students in a remote Aboriginal Independent Community School.
Attractive salary starting at $125,000 plus super and salary sacrificing.
Enjoy a fully maintained vehicle, fully furnished, 3-bed air-conditioned accommodation, relocation assistance and twelve-weeks annual leave.
About the Organisation
Yakanarra is a small Aboriginal community, approximately 60 kilometres south-west of Fitzroy Crossing in the Kimberley Region of Western Australia within the Shire of Derby-West Kimberley. Road access is via the Cherabun Road which intersects the Great Northern Highway 57 km east of Fitzroy Crossing.
School aged children in Yakanarra community attend the Yakanarra Community School. Established in 1991, the school conducts classes from pre-school to year 10 and caters for approximately 20 primary students and 10 junior secondary students.
About the Opportunity
Yakanarra Community School has a rewarding opportunity for a full-time School Principal to lead their team in the St Georges Ranges in WA, starting as soon as the right candidate is found!
Reporting to the School Board, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing the West Australian curriculum which includes a strong focus on closing the gap and striving to improve the Numeracy and Literacy levels of all students, overseeing an engaging and relevant Health & Well-being programme, and supporting the continuation of Walmajarri language revival lessons.
You will be responsible for overseeing all school staff as well as the day-to-day school administration work.
Key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
Managing the daily operational duties of the school;
Leading the implementation of school policies & adherence to relevant government legislation.
Managing resources and financial matters with School Administration.
Overseeing school grounds-staff, cooks, cleaning staff, and regular school maintenance work.
Managing any ongoing health & wellbeing concerns of students and staff.
Maintaining the strong ties within the community and supporting community needs.
Please note: These duties can be split into a Principal and an Administration officer role, if you are looking to apply as a couple. In this case, the Administration Officer would be compensated accordingly, in line with their experience and qualifications.
About You
This non-traditional Principal role will require a candidate who is committed, resilient, empathetic and has a passion for Indigenous education. You will be ready for hard physical work and ready to roll up your sleeves, take on a new challenge and understand the diversity that a role like this entails.
You will currently be registered or have the ability to obtain registration with the TRBWA. As a Principal. You will have a visible passion and energy to work in this remote/cross-cultural environment.
Proven experience working with Indigenous students and/or teaching in a remote location is highly desirable along with competent off-road four-wheel driving experience. Ongoing engagement with the community will be a high priority for you and you will see the value in maintaining that relationship.
You will be a confident communicator, have strong conflict management skills and a willingness to work collaboratively while remaining adaptable and flexible.
You will understand it is the Principal’s responsibility to promote the cultural aims and purposes of the School specifically providing work for Aboriginal persons and will work hard to do so.
It is important to note that a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children check will need to be obtained before commencement of this role.
About the Benefits
Yakanarra Community School is well-resourced and the building and grounds are very well kept. Yakanarra is a dry community. All non-Indigenous staff are asked to follow this community rule and not bring alcohol into Yakanarra.
For your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive salary circa $125,000 plus super and will also have access to salary sacrificing up to $500 a fortnight, relocation assistance, and subsidised, fully furnished private accommodation at $75 per week.
You will also be provided with your own vehicle for work and personal use.
If you are an Principal looking for your next unique and exciting challenge in the remote West Kimberley – Apply Now! Email: [email protected]
