This is a permanent part-time (0.7FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025
Wembley Primary School (PS) is a vibrant, diverse and culturally responsive community where student learning is prioritised, emotional wellbeing is supported, and every student feels a strong sense of connection and belonging.
We are committed to making a difference for every student by maintaining a learning environment where children feel safe, valued and confident. The school promotes curiosity and innovation underpinned by the school’s CARES values: courtesy, courage, accountability, respect, empathy, equity and service.
Find out more about our school by visiting wembleyps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced Deputy Principal to lead a challenging portfolio which includes delivery of curriculum through whole school connected practice, managing a diverse, collaborative student services team and monitoring innovative K to 2 programs.
As an integral part of the school leadership team, the Deputy Principal will ideally, possess the personal attributes to foster the established school culture of care, inclusion, partnerships and support for colleagues, which is the foundation to create optimal learning conditions for our students to thrive.
The successful applicant will have a demonstrated ability to lead data informed change, improve teacher practices by embedding the Teaching for Impact and EYL frameworks and coach colleagues to enhance their skills. An expert with vast knowledge in student services; engaging with parents, staff, external consultants, and stakeholders and strategic resourcing to support a range of complex student needs. The ability to remain flexible, effectively prioritise competing demands, and manage multiple tasks while being resilient and compassionate, are desirable attributes.
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 Donna Snow, Principal on (08) 9253 9400 or Donna.Snow@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/DP974821
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 Wednesday, 18 June 2025.
