Please note we currently have one Permanent full time Deputy vacancy to be filled from this pool commencing Day 1, 2027.

We are seeking to establish a pool of Deputy Principals for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Subiaco Primary School (PS) is ideally seeking accomplished and highly experienced school leaders with a sustained record of impact to join its executive leadership team.

Subiaco PS is a highly regarded Independent Public School in the North Metropolitan Education Region. Established in 1897, the school has a proud history, an engaged community, high levels of student achievement and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. Guided by the vision of developing confident, capable and compassionate learners, the school is preparing to implement its 2027-2029 Business Plan.

At Subiaco PS, we believe optimism and resilience are important foundations for learning and wellbeing. Our strategic priorities include strengthening instructional leadership, increasing student voice and agency, building strong partnerships with families and preparing students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Find out more about our school by visiting Home - Subiaco Primary School or Schools Online

The Role

The Deputy Principal is a key member of the leadership team and ideally works closely with the Principal and other school leaders and staff to lead school improvement and support the effective operation of the school. Suitable applicants would provide strategic and instructional leadership that supports the school's vision, values and priorities.

Suitable applicants should display the capacity to balance whole-school improvement priorities with the complex, day-to-day operational demands of a large school. Suitable applicants will ideally be proactive, solutions-focused and highly organised, exercising sound judgement and a strong work ethic while managing competing priorities, responding effectively to emerging issues and ensuring tasks are followed through to completion.

Suitable applicants will ideally be highly effective instructional leader with a displayed record of improving teaching quality and student outcomes through coaching, collaboration and evidence-informed practice. Experience leading professional learning communities, coaching programs, curriculum implementation, professional learning and data-informed improvement processes will be highly regarded.

Suitable applicants will ideally display the following attributes and capabilities:

• the ability to lead whole-school improvement and translate strategic priorities into clear and sustainable practice.
• highly developed organisational skills, initiative and the capacity to work effectively both independently and as part of a cohesive leadership team.
• the ability to use student and school performance data to identify priorities, guide decisions and evaluate the impact of improvement strategies.
• exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and maintain positive working relationships with staff, students, families and community members.
• the ability to build leadership capacity in others and support a staff culture based on collaboration, accountability, wellbeing and professional growth.
• a strong understanding of student voice, agency, wellbeing and inclusive practices, and how these contribute to student engagement and achievement.

Portfolio responsibilities may be aligned with the strengths of the suitable applicants and the needs of the school. Suitable applicants should be able to strengthen systems and processes, support staff through change and contribute to a school culture where people feel valued, supported and accountable for achieving positive outcomes for students.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced, student-centred leader to make a meaningful contribution to student experience and achievement while helping shape the positive culture of one of Western Australia's leading primary schools.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits

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 Heather McNeil, Principal, on (08) 9207 7900 or heather.mcneil@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holidays, please contact Heather McNeil on 0409 688 385 or heather.mcneil@education.wa.edu.au.

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 three (3) 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/DP1066828

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 16 October 2026.