This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency.

At Cannington Community College, our purpose is to empower students to contribute positively to society and to shape their futures using knowledge and skills developed in partnership with families and the wider community. Cannington Community College's PBS values are at the heart of all we do. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment that allows our students to be Considerate, Aspiring, Responsible and Engaged.

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

The Role

Cannington Community College is seeking an energetic, relational and innovative leader to join our Executive Team as Deputy Principal. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a College that is building on a significant period of improvement and is well positioned for its next phase of growth.

As the College’s sole Secondary Deputy Principal, the successful applicant will play a significant whole-school leadership role in a dynamic and evolving environment. They will work closely with a strong team of five substantive middle leaders, supported by an experienced school officer who provides dedicated operational support. This structure provides the Deputy Principal with both the responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to build leadership capacity, strengthen consistency and ensure that strategic priorities are translated effectively into classroom practice.

A key focus is curriculum leadership and the development of our middle leaders. Following a highly successful Public School Review, which celebrated our strong leadership, inclusive culture and community partnerships, the College is ready to further consolidate its improvement journey through consistency in curriculum, pedagogy and support for teaching and learning. We are committed to ensuring that every classroom and every teacher is supported to provide our students with the best possible opportunities for success – academically, socially and emotionally.

The successful applicant will be provided with flexibility, autonomy and scope to lead, with an expectation that they will bring a dynamic, innovative and solutions-focused approach to their work. We are looking for a leader who can build the capability of others, challenge and support practice, and translate a clear vision into sustainable improvement.

Our Executive Team is distinctive in its collaborative approach, and the successful applicant will work closely with the Deputy Principal – Primary and College Principal to strengthen continuity, consistency and shared leadership across the College. This is an opportunity for an experienced leader to make a genuine difference to the culture, capability and educational outcomes of our K-10 College community.

If you are a relational and strategic leader who is passionate about developing people, leading high-quality curriculum and creating the conditions for staff and students to thrive, we welcome your application to join the Cannington Community College team.

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 Rebecca Kirkwood, Principal on (08) 9351 2400 or emailing rebecca.kirkwood@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Rebecca Kirkwood, Rebecca.kirkwood@education.wa.edu.au or 044 7607 422.

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
  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/DP1065916

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, 19 October 2026