This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 2, Week 9 2026
Established in 1986, Ashburton Drive Primary School (PS) is located in the south eastern metropolitan suburb of Gosnells. The school is built on old farming land and is next door to an abundant wetlands. The current student enrolment is around 420 students from Kindergarten to Year 6.
Find out more about our school by visiting Ashburton Drive Primary School or Schools Online.
The Role
As a Deputy Principal, you will ideally apply your professional knowledge and understanding to lead teaching and learning in the context of authentic integration of digital learning technologies. The ability to analyse data to inform teaching and learning and strong interpersonal skills when working with parents and stakeholders is highly desirable. The Deputy Principal should lead alongside the Connected Community team and collaborate with other admin to implement best practice utilising the teaching for impact suite of resources. As a school we provide the best possible education, ensuring all students develop a broad range of knowledge skills and values to adapt to a changing world.
The successful applicant will ideally have a strong understanding of, and practical experience in, applying restorative approaches to Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). Familiarity with the Berry Street Education Model is desirable. Applicants with strong skills in managing student behaviour while supporting Teachers and Education Assistants in implementing effective strategies are highly regarded.
The successful applicant should exhibit a comprehensive understanding of contemporary curriculum and pedagogy, across a K-6 setting. Applicants should have a proven track record of improving student outcomes and providing effective support to staff in implementing best practices.
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 Heather Fallo, Principal, on (08) 9234 6300 or emailing Heather.Fallo@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/DP1041975
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 Tuesday, 2 June 2026
