We are seeking to establish a pool of Deputy Principals 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 3, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Alkimos Beach Primary School (PS), located approximately 45km from Perth, opened in 2017 catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are a school with strong values and are committed to developing a highly engaging and dynamic learning program for our students.
At Alkimos Beach PS, we believe that each student has the right to be respected and has a responsibility to respect others. An important priority of our school is creating a warm, caring and supportive learning environment, both with the students and the community.
Find out more about our school by visiting alkimosbeachps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The Deputy Principal works collaboratively alongside the Principal and leadership team to provide educational leadership across the school community. Ideally, we are seeking dynamic, forward-thinking and child-centred leaders who can build strong relationships, lead with clarity and purpose, and contribute to both the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the school.
The desired applicants will ideally be positive and proactive team players, contributing meaningfully within the executive leadership team and working collaboratively with staff to foster a culture of trust, professionalism and collective responsibility.
We are seeking leaders who brings a balance of strengths across student services and instructional leadership, with the capacity to support whole-school improvement while responding to the diverse and complex needs of students.
A key focus of this role is leading effective case management processes, including Students at Educational Risk (SAER), while also supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the school. Suitable applicant will ideally work closely with middle leaders and staff to build capability and embed consistent, evidence-informed practice.
Part of the role as Deputy Principal includes contributing to school improvement and change through the implementation of priorities, strengthening professional practice, and supporting staff through performance and development processes. This role would suit a leader who is able to lead with and through others, navigate complexity, and contribute positively to a collaborative and improvement-focused school culture.
Suitable applicant will ideally display the ability to:
- Build and sustain positive relationships with staff, students, families and external agencies, contributing to a positive, inclusive and student-centred school culture.
- Lead the management of student services, including strong understanding and experience in case management, SAER processes to support students with diverse and complex needs.
- Support teaching and learning through strong knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and evidence-informed, high-impact instructional practices.
- Develop self and others by building staff capability, supporting professional growth, and contributing to effective performance and development processes.
- Support improvement and change through the implementation of strategic priorities, using data and evidence to drive decision-making and monitor impact.
- Work collaboratively with and develop middle leaders and professional learning communities to strengthen instructional practice and support consistent whole-school approaches.
The following experience and capabilities will be highly regarded:
- Experience leading a student services team.
- Experience supporting or leading instructional and pedagogical improvement, particularly with Students at Educational Risk.
- Knowledge of positive behaviour and wellbeing frameworks.
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 Michelle Wellsteed, Principal on (08) 9561 7200 or emailing Michelle.Wellsteed@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 three (3) 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/DP1043045
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 29 May 2026
