This is a permanent part-time (0.8 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027

Ardross Primary School (PS) is a proud Independent Public-School catering for over 450 students from Kindergarten to Year 6.

Our dedicated and professional staff deliver evidence-based teaching within a clear, whole-school approach ensuring consistency, high expectations and strong learning outcomes for all students.

Alongside a strong focus on excellence in teaching and learning, we maintain high standards of pastoral care and wellbeing. We strive to provide the tools for lifelong learning empowering socially aware, resilient and critical thinkers. We believe that every student is capable of successful learning.

Ardross PS is entering an exciting new phase of school improvement led by an administration team committed to a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.

We are proud of our commitment to academic excellence and a positive and collegiate professional culture where staff work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for students. We prioritise reflective practice and collaboration, creating an environment where both students and staff can thrive.

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

The Role

As a Primary School Deputy Principal, you will ideally bring strong professional knowledge and educational leadership experience to support high-quality teaching and learning across Ardross PS. Working collaboratively with the Principal and Executive Leadership Team, the successful applicant should contribute across key areas including Quality Teaching, evidence-based teaching practices, digital technologies, student engagement and wellbeing, and data-informed practice.

Experience contributing to school improvement, supporting staff development and building a collaborative professional culture is highly regarded. The successful applicant should display effective organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to contribute to strategic priorities while supporting the day-to-day operational needs of the school. Sound judgement, a solutions-focused approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively are also highly desirable.

Ardross PS values diversity, inclusion and positive outcomes for all students. Experience supporting students with complex behaviours and an understanding of neurodiverse needs would be highly regarded, along with experience guiding staff in developing inclusive and evidence-informed practices that support student engagement, achievement and wellbeing.

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 Melinda Harris, Principal on (08) 9263 1350 or emailing Melinda.Harris@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Melinda Harris on Melinda.Harris@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 two (2) 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/DP1067944

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 Tuesday, 20 October 2026