Associate Principal - Upper Years

Department of Education, Western Australia; Fitzroy Crossing; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributions to superann

12 weeks’ vacation leave (school terms

Free relocation

Subsidised accommodation

Job summary

Northam Primary School, a Department of Education, Western Australia site, seeks an Associate Principal to lead Years 3–6 alongside the Leadership Team. You will drive mathematics curriculum development, lead PLCs, and guide teachers in evidence‑based strategies for improved outcomes.

The role includes line management, strategic staffing, and strengthening culturally responsive practice across the school community.

Qualifications

• Collaborative and dedicated professional with strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience leading curriculum development and teacher support.
• Ability to lead Professional Learning Communities and use data to drive improvement.
• Commitment to culturally responsive practice and Aboriginal perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead Mathematics curriculum development and support for teachers.
• Guide and participate in Professional Learning Communities using student data.
• Implement high‑impact teaching strategies and evidence‑based interventions.
• Foster distributed leadership and mentor colleagues across the school.
• Lead the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Committee to embed Aboriginal perspectives.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Mentoring

Communication

Education

WA teaching registration

Job description

This is a 24 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency.

At Northam Primary School (PS), we cater for students from Kindergarten to Year 6 and currently have just over 300 students. Our students come from the local town and from the outlying farms and rural properties.

Our school fosters a safe and inclusive learning environment; we focus on building positive relationships with students, parents, carers and with the wider community. Our staff, comprising of newly graduated teachers through to teachers with many years of experience and dedicated non-teaching staff, work together to develop individual potential through excellence in education. We have specialist teachers in science, visual arts, Noongar language and physical education.

We aim to provide our students with a well‑rounded high‑quality education. We believe in developing the understandings, skills and attitudes relevant to individual needs, enabling students to fulfil their potential and contribute positively to the development of our society.

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

The Role

We are looking for a collaborative and dedicated professional who displays exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, values strong relationships with staff, students, and families, and is committed to achieving the best possible educational outcomes for all students.

The Associate Principal will work closely with the Leadership Team and staff to foster a school‑wide, growth‑focused culture. The successful candidate will ideally display their commitment to enhancing this culture by showcasing how they contribute to:

• Enhancing teacher effectiveness by leading Mathematics curriculum development and providing teacher support.
• Leading and supporting Professional Learning Communities, utilising student learning data to drive improvement cycles.
• Implementing high‑impact teaching strategies and evidence‑based interventions informed by Teaching for Impact.
• Enriching distributed leadership by empowering and mentoring others.
• Leading the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Committee to strengthen culturally responsive practice, improve outcomes for Aboriginal students, and embed Aboriginal perspectives across the school.

The successful applicant should have the skills and experience to lead and support the 3-6 Phase of Learning Team. At Northam PS, this role involves promoting evidence‑based pedagogy, explicit teaching, and differentiated teaching and learning programs. The Associate Principal’s role also includes line management, leadership responsibilities for Years 3‑6, and strategic planning to best utilise human resources to support the diverse needs of the student cohort.

In implementing whole‑school approaches, the Associate Principal will leverage their expertise in Positive Behaviour Support, successfully fostering positive, restorative outcomes for students with challenging behaviours.

The ideal applicant should display strong interpersonal skills, resilience, trustworthiness, high organisational abilities, and a growth mindset. As part of the Northam PS community, you will be valued as a respected and caring professional within a supportive and respectful school environment.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well‑being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• Free relocation
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at [e-mail] or on [phone].

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 Jess Munro, Principal on [phone] or [e-mail].

During the school holidays, please contact Jess Munro on 0405 973 630.

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).

Applications close

4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 12 October 2026