Oodnadatta Aboriginal School is in Oodnadatta located near the western edge of the Simpson Desert in the Far North of South Australia. It is situated 200km Northeast of Coober Pedy. It is approximately 1118 km by road from Adelaide with flights available to and from Adelaide and Coober Pedy, three times a week. The small Oodnadatta community consists of approximately 100 people and there is access to a general store, roadhouse, post office and hotel. The school operates in partnership with the community catering for Preschool to Year 12 students. It is a very well-resourced school with an impressive array of amenities including an attractive swimming complex and a large gymnasium. Current enrolments include 13 students. There is a degree of transience as families travel in and out of the community to access services as required, however there is a cohort of students who have remained in the school over many years.

Oodnadatta Aboriginal School is a happy, relaxed but purposeful learning environment with highly supportive staff. It is a well presented, well-resourced site with a pool and air-conditioned gym facility. Developing students' global perspectives are important and we work with outside agencies to engage in learning. Staff and Community also work together to facilitate a highly valued Cultural Learning program.

We are looking for a passionate Principal to join the leadership team. You’ll be responsible for curriculum development and developing teachers' capacity, as well as coordinating the day-to-day management of the school.

This a great role for an experienced Principal or a Deputy Principal ready to take the next step in their career. Come and join our outstanding team at Oodnadatta Aboriginal School and support our students in receiving the education they deserve.

What you will bring:

Ability to work collaboratively in a team and to be positive and extremely flexible

Ability to develop respectful reciprocal relationships with Aboriginal Educators

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, parents, and colleagues effectively.

Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners.

Require a willingness to take on new learning and pedagogies to suit a wide range of learners is essential.

Why choose us:

At this site, you will receive an additional country incentives allowance in your first year through:

Country Incentives Zone Allowance

One-off incidentals payment

Locality allowances:

Compensation for adverse environment

Increased cost of living and some aspects of isolation

In respect of abnormal depreciation of motor vehicle

You may also be eligible for:

a 50% rental subsidy

payment of removal and relocation costs

Actual entitlements can be discussed upon application.

What to do now:

If you are a passionate leader ready to embark on your journey as a Principal, we want to hear from you. Please click the 'Apply' button to bring your brilliance to Oodnadatta today!