This is a 6-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025 with possible extension
Anne Hamersley Primary School (PS) is an Independent Public School catering for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. We deliver an inclusive, diverse and exciting range of programs to our students with teachers and support staff selected to deliver the best possible education for children in the Ellenbrook area.
We are very proud of our rich diversity with children from fifteen countries enrolled in our school. Our focus is on child engagement and wellbeing with a vision that focuses on students, staff and the community living together, learning together, and succeeding together.
We provide a strong foundation in literacy, science, technology and mathematics, with current technologies and equipment being used to deliver a state of the art education. We are dedicated to ensuring all students become proficient in these core subjects, as they drive all future learning. We also provide a strong focus on physical education, music, auslan and art.
Find out more about our school by visiting annehamersleyps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Anne Hamersley PS is seeking an exceptional and passionate Deputy Principal to lead our Early Childhood Phase of Learning (Kindergarten to Pre-primary). This role provides strategic leadership across teaching and learning, student wellbeing, operational management, and early childhood curriculum innovation.
You would work collaboratively as part of a dynamic executive team, leading a strong culture of excellence, inclusion, and care in our foundation years.
The Deputy Principal – Early Childhood would be responsible for leading the implementation of instructional practices and curriculum initiatives aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), the National Quality Standard (NQS), and Department of Education priorities. The successful applicant will ideally manage Kindergarten and Pre-primary enrolments, class placements, and parent engagement processes. They should oversee behaviour support, student wellbeing, and case management for students in Kindergarten and Pre-primary, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
The role includes the line management of K–1 specialist teachers (Music, Physical Education, Science, Auslan, and The Arts) and the coordination of DOTT allocations, duty rosters, and education assistant timetabling within the early childhood phase. The Deputy Principal would ideally lead and coordinate Kindergarten induction, parent interviews, family transition programs, and key events including Kindy Orientation, K–P excursions, and the annual Christmas Concert.
Additionally, the role encompasses the oversight of Students at Educational Risk (SAER) processes, Disability Resourcing System (DRS) reporting, the development of SEN plans, and ABLEWA assessments. The successful applicant may chair the Wellbeing Committee and foster initiatives that promote staff and student wellbeing, while driving continuous improvement through collaboration, reflective practice, and the effective use of data to inform decision-making.
Applicants would ideally display leadership excellence in Early Childhood Education, a comprehensive understanding of the EYLF, NQS, SAER frameworks, and inclusive education practices. The ability to lead and develop high-performing teaching teams, along with proven capability in operational leadership (including timetabling, resource management, and enrolment processes) is essential. Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and the broader school community, along with a commitment to distributed leadership, collaboration, and staff development, are also important in this role.
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 Christiaan Moir, Principal on (08) 9297 7000 or Christiaan.Moir@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 four (4) 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/DP965335
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, 9 May 2025
