This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027

Leeming Primary School (PS), located in the heart of Perth's southern suburbs, is a vibrant and inclusive school with a strong tradition of academic achievement, creativity, and community spirit. Established in 1982, catering to approximately 370 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, the school has built a proud reputation for providing high-quality education in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where every child is encouraged to thrive.

At Leeming PS, we value Respect, Integrity, and Excellence, ensuring that students develop not only strong academic foundations but also the personal and social capabilities needed to become confident, responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to the community in which they live. Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff are committed to delivering engaging and innovative learning experiences that cater for the diverse needs of all learners.

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

The Role

Leeming PS is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Deputy Principal to join our leadership team in a permanent full-time position commencing in 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Early Childhood leader who inspires excellence in teaching and learning through instructional leadership, evidence-informed practice, coaching and mentoring, and collaborative partnerships with families and the wider community.

We are looking for a leader who can ideally:

• Lead evidence-based teaching and learning practices that improve student achievement, engagement, and wellbeing outcomes while driving the implementation of whole-school curriculum priorities.
• Build the capability of staff through instructional leadership, coaching, mentoring, and targeted professional learning, providing differentiated support and feedback that strengthens teacher practice and develops leadership capacity across the school.
• Lead strategic school improvement and change initiatives aligned with the school's Business Plan, using data-informed decision-making to monitor progress, evaluate impact, and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and oversee student support processes, including attendance, behaviour support, case management, disability resourcing, and intervention, extension, and enrichment programs to ensure every student is supported to achieve their full potential.
• Foster strong partnerships with students, families, staff, and the wider community through effective communication, collaboration, and the facilitation of parent and community workshops that strengthen engagement in learning and support the school's improvement journey.

At Leeming PS, we are committed to fostering a culture of high expectations, collaboration, continuous improvement, and strong community partnerships. The successful applicant would play a pivotal role in advancing our vision for excellence, supporting staff growth, and ensuring every student is empowered to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

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 Tracey Renton, Principal on (08) 9266 6700 or emailing Tracey.Renton@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
  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/DP1066328

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