This is a permanent part-time (0.4 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027

Dalyellup Primary School (PS) is located in the South-West of Western Australia (WA) in the beautiful beachside suburb of Dalyellup Beach Estate, 12 kilometres south of Bunbury.

We offer a focused learning environment for students in Kindergarten to Year 6, where all students are encouraged to achieve their full potential while fostering the core behaviour expectations of Responsibility, Respect, Achieving Your Best, and Being Safe.

We are seeking teachers who pursue excellence in teaching, have high expectations and truly believe that all children can learn and be successful. Suitable applicants will ideally be committed to putting students first in their decision-making and undertake the hard work that is inherent in adhering to a whole school approach to delivering a motivating and quality educational program. They should believe that exemplary, evidence-based teaching practices lead to successful students and high standards of achievement.

Dalyellup PS is a Positive Behaviour School (PBS) with the PBS philosophy embedded across all years. We prioritise the Cognitive Load Theory, Promoting Literacy Development (PLD) phonics program, Science of Reading strategies (The Big Five of Reading) and Mathematics Vocabulary and Fluency.

Dalyellup PS enjoys a strong reputation that is characterised by a sense of belonging and strong pastoral care practices. It is highly desirable that applicants are committed to developing positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider community. Parents and care givers are recognised as necessary contributors to their child's social, physical, cultural, moral and intellectual development. The Dalyellup PS direction is the implementation of whole school pedagogy in Literacy, Numeracy and Social and Emotional Well Being.

Find out more about our school by visiting dalyellupps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Dalyellup PS is ideally seeking a dynamic Deputy Principal to lead our Early Childhood team. The successful applicant should display a strong understanding of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA), Kindergarten Curriculum Guidelines, including the Guiding Principles, Learning and Development Areas, and the Kindergarten Context for Learning. They should have a sound knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and be skilled in leading engaging, play-based learning experiences that support children's holistic development and readiness for future learning.

The ideal applicant recognises the vital role of relationships, play, and intentional teaching in the early years. They will lead staff to create a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment that responds to the developmental needs, interests, and strengths of young children. They should display highly effective leadership, a commitment to reflective practice, and a genuine desire to continually enhance their professional knowledge and skills.

As part of the senior leadership team, the Deputy Principal will have the opportunity to contribute to whole-school improvement priorities and the effective day-to-day operation of the school, including student services, staff and student wellbeing, workforce organisation, policy development, timetabling and other operational responsibilities.

We are looking for someone who ideally has the following:

• Leadership Knowledge in the Early Years - Proven ability to guide, support and develop staff through the Early Years Framework.
• Knowledge of Play Based Learning – have a blended pedagogical approach that integrates intentional teaching with child led play.
• Behaviour and engagement - Deep understanding of Positive Behaviour Support and experience implementing school-wide frameworks.
• Communication skills - Exceptional interpersonal skills to engage openly with staff, students, families and the wider community.

This is a 0.4 FTE Deputy Principal position as advertised however there would be an opportunity for the successful applicant to take on an additional one-day teaching role in the early childhood area.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• Free relocation

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jason Romeo, Principal, on (08) 9796 5600 or emailing jason.romeo@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position

• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
  2. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
  3. Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
  4. Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP1072382

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 23 November 2026