This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
Do you want to be part of building an inclusive school culture grounded in care, collaboration and a commitment to ensuring every student has the opportunity to reach their potential?
Do you bring a collaborative, proactive approach, strong interpersonal skills, and a clear focus on student progress and outcomes?
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing a new primary school during its foundation years. Banksia Grove West Primary School (planning name) is scheduled to open in 2027, catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 within a diverse and inclusive community. Located in the rapidly growing suburb of Banksia Grove, the school will serve a dynamic and expanding population of young families and reflect the diversity and aspirations of its community. The school will include an Endorsed Education Support Program (EESP), which forms a central component of this leadership role.
Find out more about our school by visiting Facebook – Banksia West Primary School
The Role
The Associate Principal – Education Support would be a key member of the leadership team, working in close partnership with the Principal to establish a high-performing, reflective and collaborative school culture. This role will lead the development and implementation of the Education Support Program for students with diagnosed disabilities, while also providing leadership across the Student Services portfolio.
We are seeking a strategic and relational leader with strong knowledge and experience in both Education Support and inclusive mainstream practices. The successful applicant would lead whole-school approaches to inclusion, ensuring systems, structures and practices are embedded to support students with diverse learning needs. Experience in recruitment, performance development and financial management in relation to an Education Support Program will be highly regarded.
The successful applicant will ideally have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff, students, families and external agencies. A collaborative mindset, strong organisational skills and a commitment to continuous improvement are highly desirable.
The Associate Principal would also contribute to leadership of curriculum and pedagogy across the school, supporting the development and implementation of high-quality instructional practices. This includes coaching staff, embedding whole-school approaches, and using data to inform decision-making and monitor student progress at individual, cohort and whole-school levels.
The successful applicant will lead staff to reflect on and strengthen their teaching practice, foster engaging and inclusive learning environments, and provide leadership across key portfolios to support improved student outcomes.
Banksia Grove West Primary School is founded on the belief that every student, staff member and family has the right to feel safe, valued and experience a strong sense of belonging. The school will prioritise high-quality pastoral care to support the social, emotional and academic wellbeing of the entire school community.
We are seeking a leader who is ideally passionate about inclusion, committed to building strong foundations, and motivated to shape a school where high expectations, strong relationships and a shared sense of purpose drive success. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by establishing systems, culture and practices that will define the school for years to come.
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 Trudy Jones, Principal on 0438 880 171 or emailing Trudy.Jones@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Trudy Jones on 0438 880 171.
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 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: SS/DP1039064
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, 29 April 2026
