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 2, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Kewdale Primary School (PS) has a proud history of striving for academic excellence, strong community partnerships and a commitment to developing the whole child. Our moral purpose, Positive growth through learning, reflects our commitment to evidence-informed teaching practices that support both student achievement and wellbeing. We deliver a broad curriculum with a strong focus on explicit, evidence-based Literacy and Numeracy instruction, complemented by specialist programs in Science, Art, Music, Auslan and Physical Education.
Find out more about our school by visiting Kewdale Primary School or Schools Online.
The Role
At Kewdale PS, we believe every student has the right to be respected and the responsibility to respect others. Creating a warm, caring and supportive learning environment for students, staff and the community is central to our work.
We are ideally seeking strategic and relational leaders with a strong understanding of contemporary curriculum, pedagogy and evidence-based teaching practices. Suitable applicants should display the ability to build staff capability, lead school improvement initiatives and promote high-quality teaching and learning across the school.
At Kewdale PS, we value distributed leadership and believe leadership capability should be developed at all levels. We are ideally looking for leaders who creates the conditions for others to succeed, fosters collective efficacy and contributes to a culture of continuous improvement.
Suitable applicants will lead the development and implementation of high-quality, inclusive whole-school programs delivered with consistency across classrooms. A key focus of the role is coaching and supporting staff through feedback, professional learning and collaborative practice to improve student outcomes.
Highly developed data literacy is important. Suitable applicants should be able to analyse and interpret a range of student and school performance data, identify trends, monitor progress and evaluate the impact of teaching and learning programs. They will work alongside staff to use evidence to inform decision-making, strategic planning and targeted improvement initiatives aligned with Department of Education priorities and Public School Review processes.
Suitable applicants should also display strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative leadership style and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, families and the wider community. As a member of the leadership team, they should contribute to both the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of 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 Tracey Irving, Principal, on (08) 9473 9500 or emailing Tracey.Irving@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holidays, please contact Tracey Irving on 0419 945 242.
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: SS/DP1049824
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 10 July 2026
