This is a 8-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026 with possible permanency
Parkwood Primary School (PS), established in 1975, is located at the eastern end of the Fremantle–Peel Education District, adjacent to Lynwood Senior High School. Our school provides high-quality facilities, equipment and resources that support rich and engaging learning experiences. We currently cater for approximately 600 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, including around 100 students enrolled in our Intensive English Centre.
To learn more about our school, please visit Parkwood Primary School or Schools Online.
The Role
Parkwood PS is seeking a knowledgeable, dedicated and values-driven Deputy Principal (Student Services) to join our high-performing leadership team. This pivotal role calls for a strong moral purpose and an unwavering commitment to placing positive student outcomes at the centre of all decision-making.
The successful applicant will ideally:
- Lead and sustain a culture of high expectations for all students
- Oversee the coordination of complex student case management, including disability resourcing applications
- Work collaboratively with the Learning Support Coordinator, School Psychologist, Education Assistants and the wider Student Services team
- Support teachers and allied professionals to reflect on practice and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
- Engage effectively with students, parents/carers and external agencies, particularly in supporting students with diagnosed or imputed disabilities
The Deputy Principal - Student Services will play a key role in embedding a whole-school approach to student wellbeing, behaviour and engagement. The successful applicant will ideally display experience in applying a Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework to support student wellbeing, social-emotional development and behaviour.
A strong understanding of the science of learning and evidence-based practices is important. The role involves close collaboration with the Deputy Principal (Curriculum) to ensure Tier 2 and Tier 3 intervention programs are targeted, effective and responsive to student needs. Experience with explicit instruction programs including UFLI, Heggerty, Word Origins and Prime Mathematics will be highly regarded.
The Deputy Principal - Student Services will also lead the implementation of whole-school wellbeing initiatives. Parkwood PS has adopted the Berry Street Education Model, and experience in this approach will be highly valued. You will work closely with the Wellbeing Leader, Student Wellbeing Officer and teaching staff to ensure consistent and effective implementation across the school.
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 Craig Skinner, Principal on (08) 9235 1400 or emailing Craig.Skinner@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/DP1042282
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 Friday, 15 May 2026
