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

Lead achievement. Drive progress. Create opportunities. Build partnerships.

Eastern Goldfields College (EGC) is dedicated to providing a culturally responsive learning environment that fosters excellence, innovation and student success. As a senior secondary college, we empower both students and staff to grow, lead and thrive. We are committed to developing exceptional teachers and future leaders through high-quality professional learning, mentoring, coaching and opportunities to build leadership capability at all stages of a career.

Located in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, we collaborate with Curtin University and TAFE to form an education precinct, offering diverse educational pathways including Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), General, Vocational Education and Training (VET), endorsed programs and, currently, exploring Big Picture Learning for implementation as a Big Picture Learning Academy. Our strong community links support a range of co-curricular activities and leadership opportunities. We also work closely with Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School to maximise student success through shared approaches and seamless educational pathways.

At EGC, we celebrate diversity, value individuality, and create an inclusive environment where everyone is supported to succeed. Together, we inspire achievement, responsibility and lifelong learning.

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

For more information about living in Kalgoorlie and working at Eastern Goldfields College, please watch the video below.

The Role

EGC is seeking an educational leader who is passionate about developing people, building team capacity and driving excellence in teaching and learning. We recognise that successful leaders come from a range of backgrounds and career stages. If you have strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to developing others, and a desire to lead improvement, we will provide the support and professional learning to help you succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring or experienced leader to join a highly supportive Senior Leadership Team, where leadership development is embedded through mentoring, coaching, collaborative leadership opportunities and professional learning. Deputy Principals work closely alongside Heads of Department to provide guidance, build capability and support professional growth.

As a member of the College Senior Leadership Team, you will work closely with the Principal and Executive Team to provide educational leadership within the College and the broader community. The primary focus of this role is leading a learning area through the development of staff capability and the promotion of high-quality teaching and learning practices.

Our ideal applicant would lead a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and shared responsibility, supporting teachers to strengthen their practice and maximise outcomes for students. As a curriculum leader, you will provide professional guidance within your learning area, lead curriculum planning, assessment and moderation processes, facilitate professional learning and use data to inform improvement and raise student achievement.

The role also includes contributing to whole-school improvement through strategic planning, policy development, participative decision-making and the implementation of College priorities. The successful applicant will be an effective change leader who can build commitment, strengthen team performance and contribute to a culture of excellence for every student.

At EGC, we are committed to developing great teachers, great leaders and successful students. If you bring the personal qualities, commitment and willingness to learn, we will provide the opportunities, support and coaching to help you thrive as a leader.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $10 210 a year
• District allowance of $2 354 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation
• Additional travel concessions

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

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 contactVicki Bogensperger, Deputy Principal on (08) 99092 3100 or emailing Vicki.Bogensperger@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Vicki Bogensperger on  0417 216 084  or emailing Vicki.Bogensperger@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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A 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 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/SA1066199

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