Deputy Principal

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 2027 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2028.Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

At Port Kennedy Primary School (PS) every student is given opportunities to be their best and experience personal excellence. We strive to create a restorative culture in which every student experiences a sense of belonging to our school community. We run a Breakfast Club each morning in our Community Hub where all students are welcome.  We focus our classroom, playground and whole school approach on the WA Positive Behaviour Support Model (PBS). Our core values are Be Resilient, Be Responsible, Be Respectful and Be Your Best. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively, leveraging their strengths and areas of interest to create a strong and positive school culture focused on continuous improvement.

Find out more about our school by visiting Port Kennedy Primary School  or Schools Online.

The Role

The Deputy Principal role is dynamic and diverse! While specific elements of the Deputy Principal's portfolio are negotiated with the school leadership team, responsibilities may include:

• Leading curriculum implementation and supporting high-quality, evidence-based teaching practices to improve student outcomes.
• Supporting staff development by encouraging professional growth and reflective practice, empowering teachers and providing differentiated support throughout their improvement journeys.
• Collaborating closely with phase-of-learning team leaders to foster a culture of collective responsibility, teacher-led change and continuous school improvement.
• Working collaboratively and sensitively with students, families, staff, external agencies and Department of Education support services to strengthen engagement, wellbeing and educational outcomes.
• Coordinating and overseeing case management, attendance, behaviour, disability resourcing and intervention processes for students requiring additional support.
• Prioritising student wellbeing and promoting inclusive, trauma-informed and restorative practices across the school.
• Coordinating and supporting the effective planning and delivery of whole-school events, activities and programs.
• Ensuring the delivery of the school’s Business Plan through data-informed decision-making, monitoring student progress and implementing evidence-based interventions to maximise learning outcomes.
• Analysing system and school-based assessment data to identify priorities, monitor impact and guide improvement planning.
• Managing multiple and competing priorities effectively within a busy, complex and fast-paced school environment.

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 Bec Stewart, Principal on (08) 9553 09***or emailing ***************@education.wa.edu.au.

During the school holidays, please contact Bec Stewart on 0405 211 ***.

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 41***for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SA1061370

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 22 October 2026.