- Drive strategic leadership, innovation and academic excellence
- Lead a values-led, high-performing day and boarding school community
- Shape the future through an ambitious strategic plan and masterplan
The School
St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School, a school of the Society of the Sacred Advent (SSA), is one of Australia’s leading independent schools, fostering in students confidence, compassion, academic excellence and a lifelong love of learning. It looks for all staff to be committed to and in harmony with the Anglican ethos of the school.
Following the recent announcement of the retirement of the school’s Principal, Ros Curtis AM, after 16 years of dedicated service and visionary leadership to the school community, applications are now invited for the position of St Margaret’s next Principal.
The Role
The Principal is responsible for the overall strategic leadership of the School, with a clear vision for academic excellence and the holistic care of day and boarding students. In leading the school, the Principal demonstrates ultimate support for the educational philosophy of the Society of the Sacred Advent, the school’s mission, vision and values. With a focus on engaging with key stakeholders, the Principal instils a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. At all times, the Principal is a Christian leader who demonstrates a commitment to girls’ education, the Anglican ethos and the St Margaret’s Way.
As an experienced, highly respected and knowledgeable Senior Educational Leader, you will be confident with executing the key responsibilities of the role, including, but not limited to:
- within the traditions of the Anglican Church, providing strong Christian leadership of the school community
- managing the internal organisation of the school and its day-to-day affairs and operations
- leading, mentoring and supporting staff to deliver high quality teaching and learning and service to our school community
- working closely with key stakeholders, fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive environment and school culture for students and staff
- ensuring that the school is adequately resourced to carry out the school’s educational programs within the framework of the school’s strategies, annual budget and business plan;
- maintaining the professional reputation of the school in the broader educational community.
This is an exciting time to step into the role of Principal and lead the next phase of the school’s journey, bringing focus to our newly launched five-year Strategic Plan, guiding the delivery of an ambitious and much anticipated masterplan, and working alongside a well-established and highly experienced Senior Leadership Team and supportive and engaged School Council. The school culture is positive, evidenced by the school being named an Employer of Choice by The Educator magazine, every year since the award was introduced in 2021. You will drive a culture of continuous improvement while honouring and strengthening the traditions and legacy of the Society of the Sacred Advent.
This appointment will commence in January 2027 and be offered on an initial five-year contract.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-performing school with strong community support. Apply today and enjoy the opportunity to shape the future of the school.
Apply
Davidson has been engaged to manage this search and recruitment process. To apply, please click ‘apply now’ and upload your CV and cover letter. For a confidential discussion, please contact Ashleigh Stewart at Ashleigh.stewart@davisonwp.com or Kelly Lorentz at Kelly.lorentz@davidsonwp.com
To view the candidate information pack, please click here or copy and paste the following url into your browser: https://tinyurl.com/mt4jytfz
Applications close 12 th June 2026.
St Margaret’s supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the physical, emotional, psychological and cultural safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates are required to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and successful candidates must comply with school policies and relevant legislation relating to child safety and wellbeing.
A School of the Society of the Sacred Advent.
