We are seeking to establish a pool of Deputy Principal’s for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
There is at least one full time, permanent position available to start Term 1, 2026.
Waroona District High School (DHS) is a small yet distinctive Independent Public School that places the needs of our students at the centre of all that we do. Our vision is for Waroona DHS to be the school of choice in the local community.
At Waroona DHS, we pride ourselves on our unique and supportive learning environment. Being a DHS we are in the unique position of being able to offer students an educational journey that commences in Kindergarten and continues in the same school until the end of Year 10. Consequently, our school is highly supportive, and students are able to form quality relationships with staff and their peers over their Kindergarten to Year 10 (K-10) educational journey.
Find out more about our school by visiting waroonadhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
To be considered for a leadership position at Waroona DHS, applicants should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to coach and mentor staff and lead change management processes within a K-10 context. Suitable applicants would play a key role in shaping the school’s strategic direction as members of the executive team. They will ideally lead staff teams with a strong focus on student learning and progress, data-driven and evidence-based practice, and a shared commitment to excellence.
Suitable applicants would be instructional leaders and strong advocates for students at educational risk, fostering a culture of high expectations, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Expertise in student services, whole-school operations, and curriculum leadership would be well regarded.
A focus on student engagement, positive behaviour support, and restorative practices would be central to this role, along with the ability to lead intervention and case management for complex behaviour. Knowledge of trauma-informed practice will be highly regarded. An understanding of the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework is desirable, as is experience with the case management of disability-resourced students and processes related to the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD).
Experience in key whole-school operational responsibilities, such as human resources coordination, oversight of assessment programs (On-Entry, National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN), Online Literacy Numeracy Assessment (OLNA), Australian Early Development Census (AEDC), and timetabling, will be valued. Suitable candidates will ideally lead the effective use of school systems and databases, coordinate major school events, and maintain efficient operational processes to ensure the smooth running of the school. The ability to manage reporting procedures, community relations, and communication strategies to support transparency and accountability is desirable.
An understanding of either the Early Years Learning Framework (Primary) or Vocational Education and Training (VET) and endorsed programs (Secondary) would be advantageous.
Applicants should have the ability to take collective responsibility for the day-to-day management of our K–10 context.
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 Gareth Smith, Principal on (08) 9782 7000 or emailing gareth.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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
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 four (4) 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/DP1005735
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 12 November 2025
