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

Yokine Primary (PS) is seeking an enthusiastic and future-focused Deputy Principal to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the school's strategic leadership, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement to ensure students thrive.

Yokine PS was established in 1959 and is located on Whadjuk Noongar Country, 5 kilometres north of the Perth CBD within the City of Stirling. As a vibrant Level 5 primary school, Yokine PS is proud of its strong reputation for excellence and its commitment to ensuring every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their personal best. Our school community is culturally diverse and highly collaborative. We focus on developing the whole child — academically, socially, emotionally and physically. Our staff work as a cohesive team with a shared responsibility for the success of every student. Consistent teaching practices, strong relationships with families and a commitment to ongoing improvement underpins our work.

At Yokine PS, high-quality teaching and learning are at the heart of everything we do. Through evidence-informed practice, collaborative professional learning and a culture of continuous improvement, we strive to achieve strong outcomes for all students. Students benefit from a broad range of engaging learning opportunities, specialist programs and enrichment experiences that support their growth as confident, capable and resilient learners.

We value strong partnerships with families and the wider community and work together to maintain a safe, welcoming and respectful environment where every student and family feels connected, supported and valued.

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

The Role

The successful applicant would work collaboratively with the leadership team to lead school improvement initiatives, strengthen staff capability and promote high-quality, inclusive learning outcomes for all students. Highly developed interpersonal skills, a collaborative leadership style and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, families and the wider community are highly desirable. The successful applicant will ideally be an effective communicator who fosters trust, builds collective efficacy and supports a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, professional dialogue and collaborative practice.

As a member of the senior leadership team, the Deputy Principal would contribute to the strategic direction, continuous improvement and effective operation of the school. This includes supporting student services, staff and student wellbeing, workforce organisation, policy development and the implementation of whole-school priorities informed by evidence and student achievement data.

Knowledge of, and experience in, Early Childhood Education is highly desirable, including the ability to lead and support high-quality teaching and learning. A strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice, curriculum, play-based pedagogy, early intervention, and transition processes that promote positive outcomes for young learners will be highly regarded.

A strong understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) is highly desirable, including the ability to lead a cohesive whole-school approach that integrates academic achievement, student engagement and wellbeing. Experience in using data to inform decision-making, implement targeted interventions and monitor student progress will be highly regarded. Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and the capacity to support safe, inclusive and supportive learning environments for all students is desirable. Experience in leading Student Services and building staff capability to respond to diverse student needs will be viewed favourably.

The successful applicant should be a caring, authentic and values-driven leader who fosters a strong sense of teamwork, demonstrates integrity and builds positive relationships across the school community. They will maintain high standards, model a strong work ethic and contribute positively to a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.

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 Jennifer Hirsch, Principal on (08) 9216 3350 or Jennifer.Hirsch@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

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/DP1063932

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 Monday, 2 November 2026