Strategic Educational Leader for Student Success

2 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia Department of Education, Western Australia Full time

Welcome to the Department of Education, Western Australia, where we are committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities for students from Kindergarten to Year 6.


We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Strategic Educational Leader to join our team as a Deputy Principal. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and innovative individual to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes and contribute to the success of our school community.


As a Deputy Principal, you will play a crucial role in providing educational leadership and supporting the Principal in achieving our school's vision and goals. You will work closely with teachers, staff, and the wider community to foster a culture of high expectations, promote positive relationships, and drive sustainable change towards improving whole-school performance.


The successful candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal and public relations skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes. They will also have a high level of professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students, including Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds, and students with special needs.


Salary: $123,756 - $143,429 per annum, based on a 38-hour working week, plus superannuation


This is a permanent, full-time position. The salary range is based on the Western Australian Public Sector (WAPS) Band 3 salary structure.


The Department of Education, Western Australia, is committed to selecting the best candidate for the role. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.


We offer a range of benefits, including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Our employees also enjoy access to a range of employee benefits, including a generous superannuation scheme and a range of leave options.


To be considered for this role, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:



  • 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 Teachers Registration Board of Western Australia.
  • Obtain a valid Working With Children Check and consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.

For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF). To apply, please submit your online application, including your CV and a five-page statement addressing the selection criteria. We recommend that you have your attachments ready before submitting your application.


Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 8 November 2024. We do not accept late applications.


For technical support submitting your application, please contact the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127.


We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.

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