This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026

Coolbinia Primary School is a highly regarded Independent Public School located in the North Metropolitan Education Region. The school is recognised for its strong culture of excellence, engaged community, high levels of student achievement and commitment to continuous improvement. Guided by the vision of developing confident, capable and compassionate learners, the school is entering the next phase of its strategic journey through implementation of the 2027-2029 Business Plan and Coolbinia Ten-Year Strategy.

At Coolbinia, we believe that optimism and resilience are foundational to learning and wellbeing. Our strategic priorities focus on strengthening instructional leadership, enhancing student voice and agency, building meaningful partnerships with families and preparing students to thrive in a rapidly changing world. We are committed to fostering a culture where challenge, reflection, growth and innovation are embraced by students and staff alike.

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

The Role

The Deputy Principal is a key member of the school's leadership team and will work collaboratively with the Principal, Deputy Principals, staff, students and community to lead school improvement and sustain a culture of excellence. The successful applicant should provide strategic and instructional leadership that supports the school's vision, values and improvement agenda while fostering positive relationships and high expectations across the school community.

The successful applicant will ideally be a highly effective instructional leader with a displayed capacity to improve teaching quality and student outcomes through coaching, collaboration and evidence-informed practice. They should possess the ability to lead professional learning, develop collective efficacy among staff and support the implementation of consistent whole-school approaches that promote excellence in every classroom. Experience in leading professional learning communities, coaching programs, data-informed improvement processes and curriculum implementation will be highly regarded.

We are seeking a leader who values both innovation and implementation. The successful applicant will ideally display the ability to translate strategic priorities into sustainable practice through strong organisational capability, attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement. They should support the refinement of systems and processes that enable staff to focus on high-quality teaching and positive outcomes for students.

A commitment to fostering a positive and supportive staff culture is highly desirable. The successful applicant will ideally build leadership capacity in others and create conditions where trust, collaboration, wellbeing and professional growth flourish. They should support staff through change, maintain strong relationships and contribute to a culture where people feel valued, supported and empowered to achieve success.

The successful applicant should display a strong understanding of the role student voice, agency and wellbeing play in enhancing engagement and achievement. They will ideally support initiatives that empower students as active participants in their learning, strengthen leadership opportunities and promote inclusive, positive learning environments where every child experiences a sense of belonging and success.

A displayed ability to engage meaningfully with parents and the wider community will be highly regarded. The Deputy Principal contributes to strengthening partnerships with families through transparent communication, collaborative decision-making and a shared commitment to achieving the best outcomes for students.

Overall, the Deputy Principal should be an influential educational leader who combines strategic thinking with effective implementation, builds the capability of others and contributes positively to a culture of optimism, resilience, continuous improvement and sustained excellence. They will play an important role in ensuring Coolbinia Primary School continues to be a thriving learning community where students, staff and families are known, valued and supported to flourish.

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 Simon Reid, Principal, on (08) 9427 8450 or by emailing Simon.Reid@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 four (4) 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.

Although not essential we would recommend when writing to the above criteria that applicants use a 10-12pt font size and clear paragraphed format.

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/DP1060697

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, 21 August 2026.

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