Please note as of Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 12:30PM (AWST), this advert was withdrawn due to the business needs of the school.

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency

Eden Hill Primary School (PS) has a well-established reputation for providing a comprehensive, inclusive and high-quality curriculum which includes technologies, music, Physical Education, Italian and visual arts for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our school is well-known in our community for encouraging student excellence through thoughtful, focused and values enriched teaching and learning programs. We pay attention to the individual needs of our students and work with parents and the wider community to provide a comprehensive education. Each student is encouraged to reach their full potential by our enthusiastic and caring staff. We inspire our students to live by our school motto of 'Only Our Best is Good Enough' by encouraging them to strive for their best while being considerate and supportive of others in everything they do.

Eden Hill PS is also a host school for the Specialist Learning Program (SLP) for students with Autism, which provides targeted support in a highly inclusive setting. The program is designed to enhance student learning and engagement through evidence-based strategies, while ensuring students are meaningfully included in the broader school community.

Our school was established in 1915 and is situated just 13km from the city of Perth and close to the Midland rail line. At Eden Hill Primary School we are proud of the traditions that have developed over more than 100 years and the strong links we have with our families, local schools, community, businesses, sporting groups and tertiary educational institutions. While proud of our history, we also actively investigate contemporary research to select programs that will benefit our students and reflect the ethos of our school.

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

The Role

The Deputy Principal should leverage a deep understanding of future-focused education, data-driven practices and expertise in education to inspire, model and lead excellence to develop a strong and visionary learning culture at Eden Hill PS. Experience and knowledge of current educational research as it applies to the pedagogy of higher impact teaching strategies (HITS) would be an advantage and an awareness of Quality Teaching Strategy and Teaching For Impact would be highly regarded.

As the successful applicant, you should provide educational leadership in the Early Years by implementing the strategic initiatives as stated in the School Business Plan. Strong leadership skills in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and a high-level knowledge in ECE contemporary practices will be highly regarded. Excellent communication skills and in-depth curriculum knowledge, particularly in literacy and numeracy are highly desired.

The ability to develop positive relationships with students is desirable. Ideally, applicants will display knowledge, understanding and experience in leading Positive Behaviour Support, Special Education Needs (SEN) planning and coaching, mentoring, and working as part of a collaborative Student Services team. The successful applicant will join a culturally responsive team that respects and celebrates diversity. The successful applicant will ideally have a proven capacity to lead, motivate and inspire teachers to learn and to lead learning, and encourage a culture of innovation, inclusivity, collaboration and professionalism.

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 Joanna Kenchington, Deputy Principal, on (08) 6455 0800 or emailing Joanna.Kenchington@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Joanna Kenchington on 0447 552 465.

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 two (2) 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/DP995893

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 Friday, 17 October 2025.