Deputy Principal

Lead with integrity. Change young lives. Make a lasting difference.

About Us

At Warakirri College, we educate young people aged 15–22 who have disengaged from mainstream schooling—often due to anxiety, depression, or social disadvantage. Our students are capable, curious, and resilient. They simply need the right environment and dedicated, passionate educators in order to thrive.

Our education model is expanding its reach, and by the end of 2027, we are due to have 8 physical campuses and a Distance Education unit.

We are seeking a third Deputy Principal, a values-driven educational leader who can work within a high-performing leadership team to shape and implement the strategic direction of the College.

Starting Term 4 2026.

About the Role

The Deputy Principals are essential in promoting a positive school culture and supporting the Principal in achieving the school’s strategic vision. The role is multifaceted and crucial for the smooth operation of the school by providing professional leadership and management.

This role would suit an exceptional educational leader, someone who leads with warmth and presence, thinks strategically as well as practically, and is highly credible with students, staff, parents and colleagues. The successful candidate would be someone who understands the needs of students from trauma backgrounds, or with social-emotional disabilities - someone who models our values of respect and inclusion, care and commitment, opportunity and teamwork, and ambition with integrity.

Working closely with a dynamic Strategic Leadership Team, the Deputy Principal will have the opportunity to engage deeply in College growth and development, complex organisational decision-making, leadership of large and diverse teams including recruitment.

Each Deputy Principal is responsible for three campuses comprising around 360 students and 55 staff.  This role will initially support two existing Heads of Campus in managing the day-to-day operations of their campuses and be involved in the establishment of a third campus over the course of 2027.

About You

Key selection criteria:

• Demonstrated commitment to values-aligned, trauma-informed practices.

• Recognised teaching qualification with current NESA accreditation at Proficient level or above and evidence of being an exemplary teacher.

• A minimum of five years in a leadership role, with proven ability to lead, support and develop diverse educational teams.

• Strong pastoral orientation, including the ability to work effectively with students experiencing social, emotional and behavioural challenges.

• Outstanding interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills, flexibility and foresight to anticipate, prioritise and resolve issues in line with College requirements and student needs.

• Proven capacity to build and maintain relationships with parents, the community, and other stakeholders.

• Demonstrated resilience and emotional regulation, with the ability to maintain stable, effective performance under pressure or in challenging situations.

 What we offer

• The opportunity to work with a team of committed professionals in an exciting period of College growth.

• A supportive multi-campus school environment where positive relationships are at the forefront.

• A sustained focus on professional development.

• A very attractive salary, plus salary sacrificing benefits and FBT exempt payments of up to $15,999 p/a.

• Fitness Passport membership.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Ready to Apply?

Please submit:

·       A cover letter

·       Your current resume

For a confidential conversation, contact Carolyn Blanden, Principal on (02) 9914 3***.

No agencies, thank you.

Child Safety Commitment

Warakirri College is deeply committed to child safety and wellbeing. All staff are required to undergo National Police Clearance and hold a Working with Children Check in accordance with NSW Child Safe Standards.

Applicants must have full working rights to work in Australia

Closing date for applications: 5pm on 25 August 2026