This is a 33 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency

Ballajura Community College (BCC) is one of the largest providers of the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) courses in the North East Metropolitan Region. Our College provides a high quality educational experience for all students and has remained committed to providing a range of flexible programs catering for all student interests, needs and abilities.

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

The Role

In collaboration with the Principal and other members of the administrative team, the Deputy Principal provides educational leadership in the college and the community by helping develop and promote the college values, ethos and priorities, and encouraging staff, volunteers from the community and others to share ownership of the college vision and goals.

The successful applicant would contribute to the College Plan through participative decision-making, policy development, and system establishment. As Deputy Principal, the role may include;

• Leadership responsibility for performance management, LA Planning, leadership and direct management of Student Services, and College operations
• Management of enrolments, student welfare, academic monitoring and positive behaviour Years 7, 8 and 9.
• Leading the development and implementation of the Pastoral Care program
• Working in partnership with local intake primary schools on a range of strategic and operational matters including the primary transition program
• Overseeing all aspects of the National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN), including developing processes for data analysis generation and usage.
• Management of the Advanced Curriculum Enrichment (ACE) and Excellence Programs for music and basketball.
• Oversee the Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Program in the College
• Oversee cultural awareness across the College including responsibility for Aboriginal Education, including the implementation of the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework
• Oversee College and community events
• Development and management of college calendar and timelines
• Coordination of College policy review, development and implementation.

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 Bruno Pileggi, Deputy Principal, on (08) 9262 7777 or emailing bruno.pileggi@education.wa.edu.au.

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period.

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 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/DP1061079

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, 3 September 2026