This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Coastal Lakes College is a hub within its community where students, families, staff and community members work in partnership to create a positive and supportive learning environment and to facilitate successful outcomes for students. As such, the successful applicant you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and sustain positive relationships and partnerships with all members of the college community.

We are a fully inclusive and comprehensive secondary college catering for students with varying academic needs and abilities, including an Inclusive Education Program that caters of students with medium to high level complex needs. We are a young and innovative college with a dynamic team of staff who are committed to the college’s shared vision of success for all students and to be the school of choice in our local community.

Find out more about our school by visiting coastallakescollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

In collaboration with the principal and other members of the administrative team, the Associate Principal, will ideally provide educational leadership in the school and the community by helping develop and promote the school values, ethos and priorities, and encouraging school staff, volunteers from the community and others to share ownership of the school’s vision and purpose. The recommended applicant will use effective change management strategies to maximise the successful implementation of initiatives identified to drive the strategic direction of the college and to achieve key goals and targets outlined in the College Plan.

The successful applicant will ideally assist the school Principal to facilitate workforce effectiveness in leading and motivating school staff in planning that is directed at improving outcomes for students and the level of service delivered by the school. In partnership with the Executive Team, the Associate Principal should lead the implementation of the College plan through participative decision-making, including assisting in developing policy, establishing and maintaining systems and collecting and interpreting data to monitor college progress and performance. Knowledge and skills in leading whole-school teaching and learning, Special Education Needs (SEN) education, Student Well-being and Engagement, Aspirant Leadership Development, Cultural Awareness and Responsiveness, Primary School Partnerships, Workforce Planning and Development, Coaching and Mentoring and Whole-college self-assessment would be advantageous.

The successful applicant will ideally establish and manage administrative and operational systems in the relevant area of responsibility in order to ensure the effective operation of the school, legislative and industrial policies and guidelines.  You will ideally have a significant role in continuing to lead strong community relationships and partnerships focused on maximising opportunities and outcomes for students. The Associate Principal will ideally work closely with the principal to maintain a positive and vibrant college culture that prioritises student and staff well-being, strong working relationships and high expectations for ongoing improvements in student learning and achievement.

The Associate Principal will ideally assist the principal in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, Departmental policies and procedures, and the management of financial, physical and human resources. The recommended applicant will ideally ensure staff are provided with timely and appropriate feedback about their performance and are presented with opportunities for professional learning that reflect their goals for development and that align with the College Plan. The successful applicant will ideally assist the Principal to ensure appropriate information systems are in place to report on compliance and the use of proper accounting procedures, utilising this information system to ensure accurate and timely reporting on school performance.

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 Paul Cooke, Principal, on (08) 9583 2800, or by emailing Paul.Cooke@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 five (5) 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

1. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
2. High-level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
3. 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.)
4. 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/DP1071460

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 Thursday, 12 November 2026