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 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
South Halls Head Primary School (PS) is seeking a vibrant, team-oriented, and dedicated educator to join our leadership team as Deputy Principal.
As an Independent Public School, we are passionate about education and set high expectations for both staff and students. We carefully select exemplary educators who align with our future-focused direction and values. South Halls Head PS is a high-performing school and a lead site for the Department’s Quality Teaching Strategy (QTS). Our vision, guided by the motto ‘My School, My Future, Our Village’, reflects our commitment to working in close partnership with our community to provide an outstanding educational experience for every student. We are proud of our hardworking and collaborative staff, who foster a culture of excellence, inclusivity, and continuous improvement across the school.
Find out more about our school by visiting southhallsheadps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Deputy Principal’s at South Halls Head PS play a key role in various operational and curriculum aspects of the school. Strong knowledge of these operational, student services and/or curriculum is highly desirable.
As a Deputy Principal, suitable applicants should be highly motivated and reflective, and possess excellent organisational skills, as well as highly developed interpersonal skills. Suitable applicants would demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with others, using adept interpersonal acumen to sustain a professional team culture whereby staff feel supported. Other desirable qualities would include high levels of integrity, professionalism, and collegiality, as well as the ability to anticipate and adapt to change. Ideally, part of this role includes having a highly visible presence, strongly supporting the promotion and marketing of the school.
Suitable applicants should ideally possess strong leadership skills to drive a culture of continuous whole school improvement that supports staff to implement high impact, evidenced-based instructional strategies, based on explicit teaching.
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 Kareena McCabe, Principal, on (08) 9584 6200 or emailing kareena.mccabe@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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A statement of up to four (4) pages 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/DP1026625
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 20 February 2026
