This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.2FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

Riva Primary School (PS) is a vibrant and inclusive school, committed to meeting the needs of our diverse and dynamic community of approximately 900 students. Guided by our values of Respect, Inclusion and Achievement, our vision is to imagine a better school for every student, and then become that better school, every day..

Find out more about our school by visiting Riva Primary School or Schools Online.

The Role

We invite you to join Riva PS as a Deputy Principal and play a pivotal role in bringing our vision to life. Our Deputy Principals are dynamic, highly visible and approachable leaders who build strong relationships, lead and develop staff, support students and engage positively with our community. They embody our school values of Respect, Inclusion and Achievement and contribute to the ongoing development of our inclusive, one-school culture, where every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their potential.

We are seeking an accomplished instructional leader with a deep understanding of quality teaching, learning and assessment. The successful applicant should exhibit the ability to lead improvement in teaching and learning, coach and develop others, and build high-performing, collaborative teams. They should be dedicated to fostering a culture of professional growth, reflection and shared accountability, where evidence is used purposefully to evaluate practice, inform decisions and improve outcomes for students.

As a member of our leadership team, strong interpersonal skills, sound professional judgement and the capacity to think and plan strategically while being able to navigate complexity, respond positively to challenges and identify innovative, practical solutions that support continuous school improvement will be high regarded. Above all, you should show commitment to working alongside others to strengthen our school community and contribute to our shared vision of becoming a better school, every day, and the ambitious targets and strategies in our School Plan, Journey.

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 Aaron Chaplin, Principal on (08) 9562 8600 or emailing Aaron.Chaplin@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
  • 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/DP1072508

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

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