This is a 7 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing as soon as possible, with possible extension (3 months) and/or permanency
Join us as a Deputy Principal – Student Engagement and be a part of a dynamic team that provides educational leadership and fosters a responsive and inclusive school-based curriculum. Millars Well Primary School provides a collaborative, safe, and vibrant school environment that empowers our students to realise their full potential as happy, independent and responsible members of our society.
Our school motto is 'Friendship and Achievement' and this is reflected in our social, emotional and academic learning programs. We teach our students values, excellence, respect, inclusivity and diversity, access and participation.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.millarswellps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As the Deputy Principal – Student Engagement, you will play a critical role in leading and managing the school, with a focus on providing strategic oversight and leadership across Years 3 to 6 including the extension of students through targeted collaboration with classroom teachers to ensure that high quality differentiated Teaching and Learning occurs in every classroom, everyday to meet the needs of every student.
Alongside this, you will be responsible for leading our school’s work against the Aboriginal Cultural Framework and leading us to achieve our long term vision of being Culturally Capable. You will oversee our school’s implementation of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and will provide coaching and mentoring to our school’s PBS Team and Team Leader.
The successful applicant will work closely with the Principal and administrative team to foster a positive school culture and enhance student outcomes. This position involves providing strategic direction and support to staff, promoting the school's values and vision, and ensuring the effective implementation of the Business Plan. Additionally, the Deputy Principal has the opportunity to lead curriculum development, implementing inclusive teaching practices, and fostering professional growth among educators through coaching and mentoring. They will also ideally manage daily operations, including staff and student wellbeing, and may oversee administrative functions such as timetabling, whole school events and resource allocation.
In addition to leadership responsibilities, the Deputy Principal ensures compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies, manages financial and human resources effectively, and supports the Principal in reporting on school performance. They play a critical role in performance and development, providing timely feedback and professional development opportunities for staff.
The Deputy Principal serves as a key figure in driving school improvement, fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, and ensuring that the school operates efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of its students and community.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
- attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
- district allowance of $9 449 a year
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- more than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- subsidised accommodation where applicable
- additional travel concession
- free relocation
- air-conditioning subsidy
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 Fiona Byrne, Principal on (08) 9187 6900 or emailing Fiona.Byrne@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 two (2) 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/DP969657
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, 13 June 2025
