At Waroona District High School (DHS), we are embedding an explicit teaching pedagogical model underpinned by cognitive load theory and high-impact instructional practices. Our teachers have engaged with Shaping Minds: Research to Impact and the successful candidate will ideally have familiarity with this. The applicant should lead the strategic development of teaching and learning across the school, ensuring this model is deeply understood and effectively implemented from Kindergarten to Year 10 (K-10).This includes working alongside staff to build capacity and ensure a consistent, evidence-based approach to instruction in every classroom. A key component of this role is designing and implementing a coaching and professional learning framework that supports collaboration, feedback, and continuous growth across teaching teams.Find out more about our school by visiting or .The RoleWaroona DHS is seeking a highly motivated, dedicated, and enthusiastic Deputy Principal with a strong background in instructional leadership to join our executive team. The successful applicant will work closely with the Principal to strategically plan, innovate, and implement the school’s vision and strategic priorities. They should play a key role in driving improvements in pedagogy to enhance student outcomes across all year levels.We are looking for a leader who ideally has deep knowledge of evidence-based, high-impact teaching practices, who can ensure quality teaching and deliver consistent, measurable progress for every student. As this is a whole-school role, experience in leading within a K-10 context is highly desirable.Key Responsibilities and Attributes should ideally include:
Capacity to provide strong educational leadership in teaching and learning.
Ability to lead sustainable, whole-school improvement in pedagogy.
Expertise in teacher performance and development, with a focus on building professional capability and fostering a culture of continuous growth.
Commitment to a professional culture grounded in collegiality, integrity, and high expectations.
Experience in leading whole-school practices in explicit teaching, particularly in literacy and numeracy, is highly desirable.
The successful applicant should:
Lead the development of a cohesive K-10 approach to curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment.
Build systems and structures that support consistent, high-quality teaching practice across the school.
Facilitate a culture of reflective practice and high expectations, aligned to our vision for teaching and learning.
Use school and student data effectively to inform professional learning priorities and drive instructional improvement.
We are ideally seeking a future-focused educational leader who can confidently lead the school’s improvement agenda, align teaching and learning with strategic intent, and maintain a relentless focus on improving outcomes for all students. A strong ability to work collaboratively with staff and stakeholders, using a student-centred leadership approach, is highly desirable. Applicants who are highly data literate and able to lead school-wide data processes and continuous improvement cycles will be highly regarded.Strengths in student engagement, positive behaviour support, and restorative practice are also important to this role, and applicants who display these strengths will be highly regarded. The ability to lead intervention and case management of complex student behaviour, and knowledge of trauma-informed practice is also highly desirable.The successful applicant should be team-oriented, with outstanding interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.Shared responsibility for the day-to-day management of the school (K-10), including behaviour management, is an important aspect of this role.Professional BenefitsWorking 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 .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 Gareth Smith, Principal, on (08) 9782 7000 or by emailing .Equity and DiversityWe 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 for more details.EligibilityTo 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
of Western Australia * obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
consent to a
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 or in the attached application package.Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1: Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.Step 2: Attach your documentsYour application should include:
A CV of up to four (4) 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 (for example, 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 4127 for assistance.Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP992516Suitable 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.
