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 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

North Cottesloe Primary School (PS) is seeking to establish a pool of exceptional and forward-thinking Deputy Principals to join our leadership team as we continue an exciting phase of strategic improvement. Located in the heart of Perth’s western suburbs, North Cottesloe PS is a high-demand school recognised for academic excellence, strong community partnerships and an unwavering commitment to evidence-based teaching and learning. Guided by our 2026–2028 Business Plan, we are looking for leaders who can help bring our moral purpose to life: We are committed to empowering students to aspire to excellence, become life-long learners and contribute as valued members of the community.

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

The Role

Through this process, we are seeking leaders who ideally display expertise across one of two key leadership streams: Teaching and Learning, and Student Services/Students at Educational Risk (SAER). Applicants are encouraged to identify the stream that best aligns with their experience, expertise and leadership strengths.

Teaching and Learning applicants will ideally display expertise in leading whole-school improvement through high-impact, evidence-based teaching. This includes strengthening consistency in literacy and numeracy through a low-variance curriculum, developing adaptive teaching practice and building a purposeful data culture that supports teachers to monitor student progress and refine instruction. They should be confident leading professional learning, coaching and collaboration, with strong knowledge of curriculum, assessment, explicit instruction and the Science of Learning.

Student Services/SAER applicants should display expertise in inclusive education and supporting students with diverse learning, disability, behavioural, social and emotional needs. They would bring strong knowledge of early identification, intervention, case management and multi-tiered systems of support, with the ability to strengthen whole-school SAER processes and build staff capability. They will ideally work effectively with families, school psychologists, specialist services and external agencies to ensure adjustments and interventions are coordinated, responsive and maintain high expectations for every student.

Regardless of stream, suitable applicants should be whole-school leaders who are reflective, relational and confident in research-based practice. They will ideally display exceptional interpersonal skills, sound judgement and the ability to build strong and respectful partnerships. Working closely with the Principal and leadership team, they would ideally contribute to a culture of professional trust, staff growth and distributed leadership, while bringing the operational capability required to support the continued success of North Cottesloe PS.

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 Kelly Forder, Principal on (08) 9382 7100 or kelly.forder@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 four (4) 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
  • Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
  • High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
  • 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).
  • 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/DP1062004

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 28 August 2026