PLEASE BE AWARE THERE HAS BEEN AN AMENDMENT MADE TO THE CLOSING DATE ON 15 MAY 2026 AT 12.10PM
We are seeking to establish a pool of Deputy Principal’s for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2026. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Gwynne Park Education Support Centre (ESC) shares the same campus as the Gwynne Park Primary School in the suburb of Brookdale. Together the Gwynne Park Schools share a range of facilities including a well-equipped library, assembly and undercover stage area, staff room, music room, canteen, playground areas and other specialist teaching areas.
Find out more about our school by visiting Find out more about our school by visiting gwynneparkesc.org.au or Schools Online.
The Role
The potential applicant would work collaboratively with the Principal and School Leadership Team to drive a culture of continuous school improvement. They should possess strong leadership skills, effective positive behaviour support skills, strong organisational management, and communication skills, as well as the ability to develop constructive and positive relationships that engage staff, parents, students, and the wider community.
Extensive knowledge of whole school approaches to curriculum improvement, positive behaviour support, data analysis, and the ability to successfully assist staff with identifying targeted intervention strategies to improve student learning are important components of this role. The applicants would be viewed as advantageous if they have the ability to lead the whole school curriculum support, Positive Behaviour Support and attendance processes reviewing, improving and developing initiatives to engage students in learning.
As Deputy Principal, you would lead staff to provide support for students with disabilities; and work with key school stakeholders including School Psychologists to improve well-being, learning academic progress of students at risk. You will also ideally support enrolment processes and manage student transitions.
The successful applicant will ideally promote positive relationships with parents, and external agencies and services to benefit academic, social and emotional development of students. The role of family in the development of each child is recognised and integral in our school. We are an inclusive school, welcoming all students and families, valuing respect for all people, cultures and religions.
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 Natasha Naylor, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9391 4050 or emailing Natasha.Naylor@education.wa.edu.au
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
- 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/DP1041941
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 2 June 2026
