Erasmus Primary School
Melbourne VIC
Lead a values-based school with purpose
Erasmus Primary School is seeking an exceptional Principal to lead the School’s next chapter. Reporting to the Board of Directors, this role is responsible for the overall operation of the School, including educational leadership, staff development, compliance, culture, community engagement, and financial sustainability.
This is a rare opportunity for a thoughtful and experienced educational leader who is aligned with the School’s Ethos of spiritual unity, academic excellence, and cultural enrichment.
About the role
The Principal will:
lead the School in line with its Constitution, Board direction, Ethos, and legal and educational standards
oversee day-to-day operations, including education, pastoral care, staff leadership, and administration
ensure compliance across key areas, including VRQA, Child Protection, Child Safe Standards, and OHS
work closely with the Board on strategy, implementation, and measured growth
appoint, lead, and develop high-quality staff
maintain the School’s reputation and strengthen a positive, child-safe culture
oversee budgeting, forecasting, and sustainable financial operations
build strong relationships with parents, prospective parents, and the wider school community.
About you
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
tertiary qualifications
experience in teaching, leadership, management, and mentoring in a school or educational setting
excellent written and verbal communication skills
strong interpersonal, listening, and leadership capability
the ability to lead strategically and operationally
a personal interest in spirituality, meditation, and mindfulness principles.
Key focus areas
You will provide leadership across:
educational quality, curriculum, and student learning
staff recruitment, development, review, and performance
child safety, discipline, health, and wellbeing
effective administration and school operations
financial oversight and resource management
parent communication, marketing, and enrolment growth.
Why join Erasmus Primary School?
This is an opportunity to lead a distinctive primary school committed to developing young people of good character, emotional resilience, and strong educational foundations in a values-led environment.
Apply now
If you are an experienced and values-aligned educational leader ready to make a meaningful contribution, we welcome your application.
CLOSING DATE
22 May 2026
Cover letter and resume to be emailed to humanresources@erasmus.vic.edu.au