This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

North Kalgoorlie Primary School (PS) is located in suburb of Lamington. The school first opened in 1902 and boasts a solid reputation for providing a quality education in a settled and focussed environment. This standard is expected by our actively involved school community.

The school has a number of programs and initiatives that support the very broad range of academic abilities. Students at North Kalgoorlie PS are from varied backgrounds. Some are fourth generation Kalgoorlie-born families and some are families involved in the mining industry who move location regularly. Others are from various Aboriginal groups around the state and country, while an increasing number come from cultural groups with English as an Additional Language.

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

The Role

The Deputy Principal assumes a pivotal role, working closely with the Principal and the administrative team to help shape and promote the school’s vision and values. A high level of organisational skills, ability to problem solve, and utilise school resources to meet the daily needs of the school, as well as long term goals, is essential for success in this role. This position will have a broad range of responsibilities, including building the capacity of individual staff and supporting the leadership development of curriculum and phase of learning leaders. The Deputy Principal will also lead the ‘Students at Educational Risk’ portfolio. They will directly line manage middle and upper primary teachers and Special Needs Education Assistants.

The successful applicant will have responsibilities with curriculum leadership, analysing data to lead school improvement, student services, classroom management and sustaining effective communication and relationships with the whole school community. North Kalgoorlie PS is implementing and refining whole school methodologies in explicit teaching and learning to ensure that teaching continues to be of a high standard. A high level of competency in WA curriculum and excellent change management practices will support this. Knowledge of restorative practices and the drive to implement these is highly regarded.

We are looking for applicants that ideally display a growth mindset and reflective practice, are responsive to feedback, and are committed to continuous improvement and highly adaptive. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are highly desired, along with the ability to mentor, coach, and support colleagues in a dynamic and inclusive educational environment.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
• District Allowance of $2 354 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Travel concessions
• Free relocation

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

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 David Roberts, Principal, on (08) 9092 5850 or 0408 211 307 or emailing David.Roberts2@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact David Roberts on 0408 211 307 or emailing David.Roberts2@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/DP1069426

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, 23 October 2026