This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2025
East Kenwick Primary School (PS) is seeking to appoint a Deputy Principal who is a highly effective instructional leader with strong personal and professional leadership attributes.
East Kenwick Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community that has proudly served the Kenwick area for over 35 years. We value and celebrate the diversity of our student population, including strong connections to Noongar culture and the unique backgrounds, identities, and strengths of all our learners.
As a school on a journey of continuous improvement, we are committed to strengthening explicit literacy teaching through our involvement with the Centre for Excellence. Our focus is on enhancing student outcomes by refining teaching practices and fostering a positive school culture that supports and engages every child.
We provide a trauma-informed learning environment and take a restorative approach to behaviour, helping students develop accountability, empathy, and resilience. At East Kenwick Primary School, we expect our students to Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Caring, and Be Their Best.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.eastkenwickps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The Deputy Principal is a key member of the school leadership team, committed to driving positive progress and improved outcomes for every student.
The successful applicant will ideally have the capacity to develop and empower others, working collaboratively to implement and sustain whole-school procedures that support high-quality teaching and learning. Experience in coaching and mentoring staff to strengthen instructional practices will be highly regarded.
The Deputy Principal promotes shared ownership of the school’s vision and goals, actively engaging staff and the wider school community in achieving a unified direction. This collaborative approach extends to change management, where the Deputy Principal leads strategic initiatives, facilitates the acceptance of change, and identifies opportunities for enhanced service delivery.
In overseeing the daily operations of the school, the Deputy Principal plays a critical role in the implementation of the School Plan through effective decision-making, policy development, and the establishment of systems aligned with school priorities. The role also involves providing strategic guidance to staff and fostering a culture of continuous professional growth and improvement.
Additionally, the Deputy Principal is instrumental in supporting the day-to-day management of staff and student wellbeing, contributing to a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment.
Overall, the Deputy Principal provides strong educational leadership and operational oversight, playing an essential role in shaping the school’s direction and success.
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 Julie Simpfendorfer, Principal (08) 9216 4150 or emailing Julie.simpfendorfer@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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
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/DP966120
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 May 2025
