Deputy Principal

Levels:; City Of Stirling; Sur place; AUD 140 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sir David Brand School in Coolbinia, WA, invites applications for Deputy Principal. This 6-month fixed-term, full-time role works with the Principal and leadership team to shape the school's identity, values and priorities, promoting educational excellence and community engagement.

The Deputy Principal will oversee operations, support staff wellbeing, lead change, and ensure delivery of the School Plan with policy development and systems that align with school objectives.

Qualifications

• Hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
• Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number

Responsabilités

• Lead educational leadership alongside the Principal and administrative team to shape the school's identity and priorities.
• Oversee school operations, delivery of the School Plan, policy development and establishment of systems that align with objectives.
• Provide strategic direction for staff and foster a culture of continuous improvement in professional performance.
• Manage daily staff and student wellbeing and potentially oversee timetabling responsibilities.

Description du poste

This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible permanency

Sir David Brand School is a specialist K-12 school dedicated to supporting students with disabilities. Conveniently located in Coolbinia, just 6 kilometres from the Perth CBD, our extensive bus catchment area spans from Trigg to North Fremantle in the west, and from East Perth to Inglewood in the east.

Nestled beside Yokine Reserve and adjacent to Coolbinia Primary School, our campus is enriched by the surrounding parklands. This natural setting provides a valuable outdoor learning environment, enhancing student engagement and wellbeing through meaningful connections with nature.

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

The Role

The Deputy Principal plays a pivotal role, working closely with the Principal and the administrative team to shape the school's identity. Educational leadership is a key responsibility, involving the active development and promotion of the school's values, ethos, and priorities. The Deputy Principal champions a collaborative approach, encouraging not only staff but also volunteers and community members to actively share ownership of the school's vision and goals. This collaborative ethos extends to change management, where the Deputy Principal strategically facilitates the acceptance of change and identifies opportunities for improved service delivery.

Overseeing school operations, the Deputy Principal is instrumental in ensuring the effective operation of the school. This includes the delivery of the School Plan through decision‑making, policy development, and the establishment of systems that align with the school's overarching objectives. Additionally, the Deputy Principal should provide strategic direction for staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in professional performance. The Deputy Principal also plays a vital role in the daily management of staff and student well‑being, potentially overseeing timetabling responsibilities.

Overall, the Deputy Principal serves as a key figure for educational leadership and operational effectiveness within the school.

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 personalbenefits.

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 Heath Bradley, Principal on (08) 9462 65***or by emailing *************@education.wa.edu.au

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.

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).

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP1070384

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 Tuesday, 17November 2026.