This is a three (3) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency
Are you a passionate and dynamic educational leader looking to make a significant impact on our school community? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Deputy Principal to join our leadership team and help shape the identity, vision, and success of our school.
Baldivis Primary School (PS) is a rapidly growing semi-rural residential suburb 46 kilometres south of Perth. We have proudly served the community for 100 years, providing all students with the opportunity to grow and develop. Our dedication and commitment to our students is encapsulated in our motto of We Care.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.baldivisps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The Deputy Principal plays a pivotal role in the school's leadership, working closely with the Principal and administrative team to foster a collaborative and innovative educational environment. This position requires a strong commitment to educational excellence, staff development, and student engagement.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Educational Leadership – develop and promote the school’s values, ethos and priorities while fostering a shared sense of ownership among staff, students and the community. The role involves leading Literacy across our school.
- Staff Development – mentor, coach and support teachers and staff to enhance professional performance and drive continuous improvement. This includes support newly appointed and graduate teachers.
- Student Wellbeing – play a key role in enhancing student engagement and well-being. Experience in leading Positive Behaviour Support would be desirable.
- Change Management – lead strategic initiatives and identify opportunities for service improvement.
- Operational Oversight – ensure effective school operations through decision making aligned to school priorities.
- Leading the Year 3 – 6 learning team.
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 Tom Burke, Principal, on (08) 9523 5700 or emailing tom.burke@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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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/DP955163
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 14 March 2025
