Head of Junior School

AngliSchools is seeking applications for the inaugural Head of Junior School at St Matthew’s Anglican School, a new co‑educational school opening in 2027 in the rapidly growing coastal community of Yanchep, north of Perth. This is a unique and exciting foundation leadership role that offers the opportunity to help shape a new Anglican school.

You will lead the Junior School from its earliest stages, working closely with the Executive Principal to establish an inclusive, values‑driven environment where students can thrive.

The successful applicant will be well‑qualified, an experienced leader, and committed to Anglican education. The position includes leadership responsibilities during the establishment phase and will incorporate a teaching role in 2027, as the school opens with Kindergarten to Year 6, growing to K–12 by 2033. A key responsibility will be to help shape and embed the Anglican Identity of St Matthew’s, guided by the values of faith, inclusion, respect, and excellence.

Reporting directly to the Executive Principal, the Head of Junior School will make a significant contribution to the School’s early development, community engagement, and teaching program.

The appointment of a substantive Principal is expected for the 2028 school year. While a transition to the Principal role is not assumed, it will be considered as the school grows.

The Opportunity The Head of Junior School (Foundation Phase) will:

Serve as the foundation leader during setup and development

Lead planning curriculum, classroom environments, and early school structures

Oversee the creation of the School’s curriculum, including early‑stage mapping, assessment approaches and instructional frameworks

Oversee enrolments, family engagement, and community relationships

Have a teaching component

Model best practice teaching and induct new staff

Lead with warmth, flexibility, and strong Christian values

Work closely with the Executive Principal as the school grows toward a full K–12 model

This is an exceptional opportunity for an educator who is energised by innovation, start‑up environments, and the privilege of shaping a new Anglican school.

Find more information about us: https://anglischools.edu.au and https://stmatthews.wa.edu.au

About You We are seeking a leader who is:

An excellent teacher with strong classroom practice

Experienced in school leadership and/or development

Strategic, organised and able to work independently

Comfortable leading a growing team

Community‑minded

Able to effectively engage with parents, families and students

Committed to living and shaping the Anglican Identity of a school

Flexible, optimistic, and capable of navigating growth and change

Timeline Role commencing mid‑2026

School opens January 2027 (Kindergarten to Year 6)

How to Apply Apply by submitting your resume and detailed cover letter outlining your expertise.

For the full Position Description, please see: https://anglischools.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/SMAS_Head-of-Junior-School_PD_FINAL_.pdf

Applications close Midday AWST, 16 February 2026

AngliSchools is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and champions inclusion across all aspects of its work environment.

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