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.

Carson Street School is an extraordinary school community where our purpose is Empowering Students for Life and our commitment is to Help Every Child Shine. As Western Australia’s only education support school exclusively for primary-aged students, we provide a highly specialised learning environment where relationships, expert practice, innovation and collaboration are central to everything we do.

Our students have diverse and complex learning needs and require highly individualised approaches to learning, communication, wellbeing, personal care and engagement. Staff work collaboratively with families, allied health professionals, agencies and community partners to provide safe, meaningful learning experiences that recognise the strengths, potential and individuality of every child.

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

The Role

As a Deputy Principal, you will be an important member of the School Leadership Team, working closely with the Principal and other leaders to provide strategic, educational and operational leadership. We are ideally seeking a visible and connected leader who understands that effective leadership is both relational and strategic, builds the capability of others and contributes to a workplace where people feel safe, valued and supported to do their best work.

Suitable applicants should promote high expectations for teaching and learning and contribute to the development and evaluation of evidence-informed programs supporting communication and AAC, Positive Behaviour Support, literacy, regulation, health and physical development, independence and student engagement.

The Deputy Principal will contribute to strategic planning, school improvement, workforce and performance development and sustainable school operations. They would use evidence and reflective practice to identify opportunities for improvement and display the ability to lead people positively through change by listening, consulting, communicating clearly and building shared ownership.

Our culture is reflected through The Rainbow Way and our commitment to being The Learning Kind, The Achieving Kind and The Community Kind. We are ideally seeking a collaborative, courageous and reflective leader who will embrace the uniqueness of Carson Street, value the expertise of others and share our belief that every child can learn, grow and shine.

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 Roslyn Hamling, Principal on (08) 9361 7500 or emailing roslyn.hamling@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 five (5) 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/DP1063239

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 11 September 2026