This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027
Lesmurdie Senior High School (SHS) has an established reputation where all students are motivated to achieve excellence in their academic, sporting and cultural endeavours. We have a DoE recognised Specialist Enrichment and Acceleration Program in Mathematics and Science (LEAP). Our students are friendly, confident and successful and our teaching and support staff provide a distinctive, comprehensive education with strong academic and vocational pathways assisted by effective pastoral care programs. Lesmurdie SHS is a full Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) school – expertise in using this platform to enhance student achievement is highly desirable.
Find out more about our school by visiting lesmurdie.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
The Role
Lesmurdie SHS is looking for an individual who can collaborate with the Principal, Executive and Leadership teams to provide the best educational outcomes for our students and support the development of key areas of priority within the school’s business plan.
The successful applicant will also work in collaboration with key stakeholders and our community to develop and maintain a creative and innovative learning environment that is safe, inclusive, and addresses the key needs of our students socially, mentally and emotionally as well as their academics.
Ideally, applicants should be highly motivated, be reflective with a growth mindset, and will have previous successful leadership experience within their current role. We are looking for applicants who possess excellent organisation skills, as well as highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to pay attention to detail and work cooperatively and efficiently in a team environment. Other ideal qualities would include a sense of humour, the ability to anticipate and adapt to change, exhibit initiative, active listening and communication skills as well as actively supporting a strong culture of collegiality, integrity and high expectations.
As a strategic leader at the school, you will be responsible for a range of portfolios that may include “Student Services” in leading a team with a focus on student wellbeing including attendance, positive behaviour and data driven strategies to assist students socially and academically. Or an operational and influential staff leadership role in “School Improvement and Innovation” depending on your strengths and skillset, all experiences in these areas will be seen as desirable.
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 Donna Gardiner, Principal on 0431 936 003 or Donna.Gardiner2@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/DP1042141
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 Thursday, 21 May 2026
