<p>In 1893, a courageous, determined young woman, Lydia Adamson, founded a school in her parents’ home in suburban Adelaide. For 129 years Walford Anglican School for Girls has maintained a dedication to excellence in the holistic education of its students. The Walford learning environment has been carefully designed to promote the sense of belonging for day and boarding students, where each girl is known and valued for her unique talents and strengths. Student empowerment is flourishing. Each Walford girl aspires to achieve her personal best, and actively contributes to current global challenges and debate. Lydia’s qualities of creativity, self-reliance and an adventurous spirit have long been the characteristics of a Walford girl.</p><p>The School Council invites applications from dynamic, experienced leaders of change, to inspire Walford through its next exciting chapter preparing the students of today to become the leaders of tomorrow. The next Principal of Walford will both build on the outstanding leadership of Rebecca Clarke for the past nine years, whilst also exploring new horizons and opportunities for the school.<br /></p><p><i>‘to live for truth and courage, and for the right to do and dare’.</i><br /></p><p>If you are an innovative and entrepreneurial educational leader, with a strong vision for future-focused girls’ education, then a genuine opportunity awaits.<br /></p><p>Walford Anglican School for Girls is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School&#39;s Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct.</p>