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.

Located in the highly sought-after coastal suburb of Burns Beach, Burns Beach Primary School (PS) opened its doors to students from Kindergarten to Year 6 in 2022. Our contemporary facilities and beautifully landscaped grounds provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for learning.

At Burns Beach PS, we place a strong emphasis on every child feeling safe, valued and connected. Our students are known and supported by staff and develop a genuine sense of belonging with their classmates and within the wider school community. Our pastoral care approach supports the social and emotional wellbeing of every student.

Students are at the heart of everything we do.

We are committed to excellence in student achievement, continuous improvement and creating classrooms where students feel supported, challenged and inspired to thrive. Our staff are passionate educators who deliver high-quality, explicit teaching, differentiate to meet the diverse needs of learners and hold high expectations for every student, inspiring heads, hearts and hands.

At Burns Beach PS, we value leaders who are connected to students, staff and the wider school community, caring in their leadership and approach, curious about how teaching, learning and school improvement can be strengthened, courageous in their professional practice and decision-making, and creative in their thinking and approach to leading improvement.

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

The Role

As Deputy Principal at Burns Beach PS, suitable applicants will work closely with the Principal and Executive Team to provide strong educational leadership across the school. They will ideally help bring our school vision, values and strategic priorities to life, building shared ownership amongst staff and contributing to a culture of high expectations, collaboration and continuous improvement.

This is a highly visible leadership role requiring individuals who can move confidently between strategic leadership and the day-to-day realities of a busy school. Ideally, suitable applicants will lead and support staff, contribute to workforce planning and performance, strengthen teaching and learning, support student and staff wellbeing, and ensure effective administrative and operational systems are in place.

We are ideally seeking exceptional communicators who builds genuine relationships, exercises sound judgement and brings initiative, energy and a strong sense of collective responsibility to the role. The desired applicants will be someone who can lead with clarity, work collaboratively, tackle the complex as well as the everyday, and contribute positively to the continued growth and success of Burns Beach Primary School.

Applicants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the Burns Beach Primary School Business Plan 2026–2028 prior to submitting their application.

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 Annalyn Navarrete, Principal on (08) 9223 6850 or emailing Annalyn.Navarrete@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 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/DP1048602

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 24 September 2026