Deputy Principal

Deputy Principal - Early Years Intervention This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026. Dudley Park Primary School was opened in 1976 and is set amongst the Tuart trees in the heart of Mandurah. Providing education for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, we support the development of younger children in the community through the Dudley Park Child and Parent Centre. Students at Dudley Park Primary come from a variety of social and cultural backgrounds and we are proud of the indigenous heritage of our community. Our Vision: Success for everyone through a commitment to excellence and innovation in a safe and caring school community. All students and families have different needs and circumstances, and we endeavour to meet these individual needs, to allow our community to grow together. We set the bar high and strive to achieve the very best academic, sporting and social outcomes. We embrace new ideas and are committed to doing things differently. We understand the importance of positive relationships and partnerships and focus on the whole child, to ensure we support physical, cultural, moral and intellectual development. Find out more about our school by visiting dudleyparkps.com.au or Schools Online . The Role In collaboration with the Principal and the Executive Team, the Deputy Principal – Early Years Intervention will ideally provide high level strategic leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school’s vision, business plan and strategic directions across the school community. The successful applicant will ideally display experience in supporting and building the capacity of their staff through the implementation of evidence based Early Years programs. This would be enacted through leading data informed practice with respect to student engagement, pastoral care and wellbeing and supporting the strategic planning of targeted initiatives to enhance student wellbeing, progress and achievement in the Early Years. This role should also require experience in supporting the increasing complex needs of students entering the Early Years through working with school staff and outside agencies. 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 Alicia Jones, Principal, on or emailing 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 for more details. Eligibility 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. 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 A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position. A three (3) 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 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 3 December 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr