We have 2x permanent full-time positions commencing Term 2, 2025
Armadale Senior High School (SHS) is an Independent Public School dedicated to providing our students with every opportunity to achieve success. Opening in 1953 and nestled at the base of the Darling Scarp, the school has a long and proud history.
At Armadale SHS we stand by the values that we are engaged learners, respectful, accepting, and safe. These values are an intrinsic part of our curriculum and central to our school's culture. We believe in our students and recognise that each is an individual to be welcomed and respected. Our passionate staff are committed to providing a high standard of education to the young people in our community. Every decision made in our planning relates directly to improving student outcomes. These decisions respond to community needs and the emotional, academic and social development of our students. Applicants are encouraged to examine the school’s Business Plan and latest Public School Review available on our website.
As an Independent Public School, we have the opportunity to make decisions 'for our school at our school.' Individual student strengths and interests are fostered through the array of specialist and focus programs that the school has on offer.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.ashs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking to appoint two experienced Deputy Principals who will work in collaboration with the school’s Executive and Leadership Teams in leading improved educational, behavioural, and wellbeing outcomes for our students. You will contribute to the leadership of a school culture that promotes learning and have a deep belief that every student is capable of success.
The successful applicants will ideally have proven resilience in working with community to ensure positive progress and outcomes for all students. They should have a capacity to develop others and the ability to work collaboratively to ensure quality procedures for school improvement are in place. The successful applicants will ideally analyse and review all forms of data and interrogate lines of inquiry to inform an evidence based approach to case management, quality teaching and targeted intervention.
A key aspect of the Deputy Principal role is to create structures that allow for, and promote positive relationships between students, staff, parents/caregivers and the wider community. You should have high professional knowledge on the effective case management of students that caters to the needs of the whole child. You will ideally have strong experience in leading the improvement of learning outcomes and be able to work through complex situations both individually and in a team environment.
In addition, one of these Deputy positions will oversee disability and inclusion practices across the school, ensuring the success and well-being of students with disabilities both diagnosed and imputed. If you have proven experience in educational leadership and a passion for fostering a positive learning environment, we invite you to apply.
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 Shane Easton, Principal on (08) 9497 6400 or by emailing Shane.Easton@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Shane Easton on 0402 975 894.
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 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 five (5) 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/DP963697
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 Monday, 12 May 2025
