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.

Landsdale Primary School (PS) is a collaborative and inclusive learning community committed to student achievement, progress and wellbeing. Our clearly defined whole-school instructional framework guides consistent, evidence-based teaching practices. Our leaders work alongside staff to strengthen teaching quality through collaborative planning, professional learning, reflective practice and the effective use of student achievement data.

Positive relationships and a commitment to supporting the whole child underpin our school culture. Through our whole-school Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approach, we explicitly teach and reinforce four shared expectations: We Are Responsible, We Are Safe, We Are Learners and We Are Kind. Together with our social and emotional learning programs, this approach supports student engagement, resilience and belonging. We value strong partnerships with families and shared responsibility for creating safe, supportive learning environments.

We are seeking approachable, reflective Deputy Principals who combine strong instructional leadership with sound judgement, effective organisation and a commitment to working collaboratively. Suitable applicants will demonstrate the capacity to lead school improvement, build staff capability through coaching and feedback, and use evidence to evaluate impact. They will bring expertise in inclusive education, complex behaviour support and restorative practices, alongside the interpersonal skills to navigate complex situations, support staff and strengthen partnerships across our school community.

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

The Role

Suitable applicants will ideally be enthusiastic school leaders who can lead a portfolio encompassing curriculum delivery through whole-school approaches, staff development, student services and innovative programs. Strong change management skills are highly desirable, particularly the ability to engage staff, establish shared understanding and translate school priorities into consistent classroom practice. A key responsibility will be leading the implementation and ongoing development of our whole-school mathematics approach, including professional learning, access to resources, implementation support and evaluation of its impact on student achievement and progress.

As integral members of the school leadership team, suitable applicants should contribute to our established culture of care, respect and shared responsibility. They will ideally display the ability to build cohesive, collaborative teams by developing trust, clarifying expectations and supporting staff to work towards shared goals. This includes mentoring and coaching middle leaders to strengthen their leadership skills, build cohesion within their teams and lead improvement effectively.

Suitable applicants should display strong instructional leadership through modelling effective teaching strategies, coaching colleagues and providing constructive feedback. They should also have the capacity to lead and upskill staff in understanding and responding to complex student behaviour, strengthening proactive, inclusive and restorative approaches. Working collaboratively with families, staff, external professionals and relevant agencies to address complex student needs will be an important part of the role.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead important and, at times, challenging conversations with staff, students and families are highly valued. Suitable applicants should approach these conversations with empathy, clarity and professionalism, maintaining respectful relationships while addressing concerns and upholding shared expectations.

Effective organisational and operational leadership skills are also desirable, including the ability to develop timetables that maximise available staffing and resources, respond to students’ learning and support needs, and enable whole-school priorities. Suitable applicants should remain flexible, prioritise competing demands and manage complex situations with sound judgement, resilience and compassion.

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 Kerryn Woodhouse, Principal on (08) 9408 3850 or Kerryn.Woodhouse@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 two (2) 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/DP1070185

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

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 10 November 2026