This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025
East Wanneroo Primary School is a vibrant and supportive learning community where our core values of We Learn, We Care, We Share guide everything we do. Our school caters for approximately 350 students. Surrounded by extensive native flora and fauna, it is a city school with a country feel.
Our staff are dedicated, compassionate professionals who work collaboratively to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes. We value teamwork, professional growth, and the power of a caring and inclusive environment. Here, you'll find a school community that truly supports its staff and fosters a positive, purposeful culture where both students and teachers can flourish.
Find out more about our school by visiting eastwanneroops.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced deputy principal to join our dynamic leadership team. The successful candidate should be a highly collaborative professional who will work closely with the administration team to support a unified, strategic approach to school leadership.
This role ideally requires someone with a displayed track record of leading initiatives that improve student outcomes. They will ideally bring deep pedagogical knowledge, the ability to lead school improvement, and a passion for creating inclusive, high-impact learning environments.
We are looking for a team player who ideally:
- Builds and sustains positive, respectful relationships with all stakeholders.
- Works collaboratively with fellow leaders to foster a cohesive, supportive school culture.
- Leads with integrity, empathy, and a clear focus on student success.
- Displays strong instructional leadership and a commitment to evidence-informed practice.
- Leads teaching teams to analyse data and implement effective teaching practices with the goal of improving student outcomes.
Experience in and knowledge in the following areas is also desirable:
- The Future Leaders Framework.
- The Quality Teaching Strategy including Teaching for Impact.
- Early Years including NQS and EYLF.
- Leading inclusive education practices.
Experience in and knowledge of our whole school programs would be advantageous. These include, Positive Behaviour Support, Classroom Management Strategies, Talk for Writing, PhOrMeS and Oxford Mathematics.
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 Danika Smith, Principal, on 6207 3600 or by emailing danika.smith@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/DP968247
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, 30 May 2025
