We are seeking to establish a pool of Associate Principal for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Wellard Village Primary School (WVPS) has established a culture of powerful relationships with all key stakeholders in our community. Suitable applicants will ideally display and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have strong relationship skills. The ability to establish genuine, positive and caring relationships with our students and families is paramount. This role will include the management of behaviour across our school as well as the provision of pastoral care. Knowledge and understanding of Trauma Informed Practice, the Berry Street Educational Model, Positive Behaviour Support, Zones of Regulation and Universal Design for Learning is desirable to be successful in this role.
Find out more about our school by visiting Wellard Village Primary or Schools Online
The Role
WVPS is seeking an inspirational and motivated leader to join a high performing, highly organised, supportive and forward-thinking leadership team in a rapidly growing school, in our third year of operation. This is an exciting and challenging role, and we welcome a range of applicants with a range of experiences.
To be a successful member of the WVPS leadership team you should possess the personal attributes of an effective leader, be passionate about making a difference and be able to promote and drive our vision and strategic directions.
WVPS are seeking instructional leaders, who can influence a highly effective workforce, creating high levels of student achievement. This role will include leading multiple year level teams through our ‘focus on learning’ DuFour PLC model and coaching and mentoring staff in our whole school approaches and pedagogical framework.
Suitable applicants will be well placed to lead a data literate culture creating effective systems to monitor and interpret data to inform future planning and meet the needs of our students. You will ideally be adept at analysing and reviewing school performance data to inform evidence based and well managed change, with a case management approach to student learning and academic achievement. You will work alongside staff to build highly reflective practitioners who can effectively measure their impact on students.
If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we encourage 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 Jaclyn Huts, Principal on (08) 6174 1140 or Jaclyn.Redfearn@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/DP961917
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 16 May 2025
