This is a 9 month fixed term, part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency.
School Mission - To create a world of opportunity through the power of learning.
Woodlands Primary School (PS) is seeking an experienced Deputy Principal to join our friendly, capable and dedicated leadership team to make a positive contribution to the education of children at our school.
Woodlands PS is a community-focused school that provides a warm, inclusive and high-quality education for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. Student wellbeing is a key priority. We support student success by creating a safe and caring environment where every child feels welcome and confident to learn. Everything we do is guided by our values of Belonging, Respect, Humanity and Possibilities.
Our wellbeing programs support resilience, confidence and a positive approach to learning. We offer learning support for students who need additional help, including students with disability, and students learning English as an additional language students. We work closely with outside agencies when specialist support is needed.
We have a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, supported by evidence-based teaching strategies across all year levels. In recent years we have strengthened our whole-school approaches, which has led to improved student progress. Digital technologies are used in all classrooms to build creative and flexible learners.
Students enjoy a broad and engaging curriculum. Specialist programs include Science, Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education and Japanese. Students can also participate in a range of extra-curricular opportunities such as choir, sports teams, sustainability projects and community service activities.
Woodlands PS plays a central role in the local community. We work in partnership with parents and carers, and our active parent community is involved in many aspects of school life. Before and after school care is available on site for families who need it.
Through strong teaching, supportive relationships and a vibrant school culture, Woodlands PS aims to ensure every child feels a sense of belonging and is encouraged to grow, achieve and shine.
Find out more about our school by visiting Woodlands Primary School or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally provide educational leadership focused on improving student outcomes and will support the principal in the development and implementation of the school’s Strategic and Operational Plans. As an instructional leader, the Deputy Principal should foster the professional growth of staff and lead whole-school initiatives.
A deep understanding of the Western Australian curriculum and a commitment to current, evidence-based teaching practices is highly regarded. The Deputy Principal will ideally build strong, positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider school community to support student engagement and success.
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 Laura O'Hara, Principal, on 0401 677 820 or by emailing laura.ohara@education.wa.edu
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A five (5) 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/DP1009749
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 Monday, 23 February 2026
