Vacancies

The Role

See below the vacancy and the responsibilities as well as the key skills required for the role.



Principal

Canberra, Australia

Reference: 6849665

Lead the next chapter of a K-12 co-educational school near Canberra.

Following the retirement of the Board of The Anglican School, Googong invites applications from visionary Christian educational leaders. Located in a thriving rural community, just 25 minutes from Canberra's city Centre, The School offers families the benefits of regional living with access to all the educational and cultural resources of the nation's capital.

The Opportunity

As the School embarks on an exciting new chapter in its development, the Board seeks a Principal who brings confidence, character and commitment. Such a leader will be a key contributor to the Googong community, forging meaningful relationships with students, staff and families. They will champion high academic standards and contemporary pedagogies, ensuring a holistic and future-focused learning experience for our 460 students. The Principal will be visible and approachable, guiding the School with evidence-based decision making, critical thinking, and sound stewardship.

Your Key Attributes

  • Strategic, future-focused and collaborative

  • Commercially astute with strong governance and financial stewardship

  • Skilled in logistics planning and systems development

  • An authentic communicator with presence and interpersonal skills

  • Humility and deep alignment with the Christian mission of an Anglican School

For an application and further information, please contact:

Heather Walsh | 0418 806 988 | hwalsh@anglicands.org.au

Chief Operating Officer, Education for Canberra & Goulburn Diocesan Anglican Schools

To apply for this job go to: http://anglicandiocesan.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6849665.

Applications close 28 February 2026.


Applications Close: 28 Feb 2026