This is an 7 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2025
Bassendean Primary School (PS) is committed to fostering an environment of excellence in education, nurturing the growth of both our students and staff. We believe in continuous improvement and are dedicated to best practice teaching and learning methodologies that ensure every student achieves their full potential.
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and visionary Deputy Principal to lead and support our teaching staff in the implementation of best practices, with a particular focus on the whole school lesson framework. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and play a key role in driving professional development and improving student outcomes.
Find out more about our school by visiting bassendeanps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The Deputy Principal will ideally lead the development and implementation of best practice teaching and learning strategies across the school, promoting and embedding the agreed school lesson framework to enhance student engagement and achievement.
This role may involve coaching and mentoring teachers to refine their practices and adopt innovative, evidence-based teaching methods, while also facilitating professional learning communities to foster collaboration and growth. Additionally, the Deputy Principal should provide leadership in the use of data to inform teaching practices and monitor student progress, supporting a culture of continuous professional development and encouraging staff to embrace change and implement new strategies.
As an active member of the school leadership team, the Deputy Principal would work closely with other leaders to shape the school’s educational vision and direction. The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), Talk for Writing and Oxford Maths.
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 Jessica Veness, Principal, on (08) 6216 1400 or jessica.veness@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 three (3) 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/DP966099
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 19 May 2025
