This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025
Corrigin District High School (CDHS) is situated in the Southern Wheatbelt and caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 10. We are proud of our strong ethos of a caring, inclusive learning community where social and emotional competence, student engagement and high-quality curriculum delivery are essential to our success. Through the Resilience Project, students are encouraged to develop as grateful, empathetic and mindful individuals, and staff model these values.
The school is fully air-conditioned, providing a pleasant learning environment throughout the year. Students are taught in traditional classrooms equipped with technologies including BenQ flat panels, laptops and iPads. Pre-primary and Kindergarten students enjoy their own outdoor nature play area, whilst other cohorts have access to nature play equipment, basketball and netball courts, a large, grassed oval, sand pit and a challenging climbing equipment.
Corrigin is an exciting and active community, located just 200km from the outskirts of Perth. Corrigin offers an environment of relaxed friendliness and pride, with a strong agricultural sector and a range of other large local employers. There are excellent facilities in town, including a hospital, local general practitioner, pharmacy, local supermarkets and shops, beauty therapists, hotel and a modern and well-established childcare facility. There are a range of high-quality sporting and recreation facilities available, including club football, hockey and netball, 50m outdoor and heated hydrotherapy pools and a 24 hour gym. From a gentle stroll around the Shopping District to an exhilarating scramble on the Corrigin Rock Trail, we have something for everyone!
Find out more about our school by visiting www.corrigindhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The Deputy Principal assumes a pivotal role, working closely with the Principal and the Administration team to shape the school's identity. Educational leadership is a key responsibility, involving the active development and promotion of the school's values, ethos and priorities. The Deputy Principal champions a collaborative approach, encouraging not only staff but also volunteers and community members to actively share ownership of the school's vision and goals.
In this role, the Deputy Principal will assume responsibility for curriculum leadership and behaviour support in the Secondary school, as well as collaborating to deliver the current Business Plan, support development of a new Business Plan for 2026-2028 and ongoing policy development and review. This role requires a teaching load of approximately 0.6FTE (Health, Physical Education and Secondary Mathematics in collaboration with SIDE). Together with the Administration team and other staff, the Deputy Principal also plays a vital role in the daily management of staff and student well-being, potentially overseeing relief and behaviour management as required. This role requires excellent personal and written communication skills and the ability to use a range of ICT effectively in the school context.
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:
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- subsidised accommodation where applicable
- free relocation
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 Shannon Hardingham, Principal on (08) 9063 4400 or emailing shannon.hardingham@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 to four (3-4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership and curriculum delivery 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/DP974154
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.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 16 June 2025
