Deputy Principal - Secondary

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible permanency

Our School

Onslow School is a small yet vibrant learning community located in the Pilbara Region of Western Australia. Deeply connected to our community, we are committed to delivering high-quality education so that all students achieve their learning potential. As we embark on a new chapter, we proudly embrace our renewed school identity and motto: Together We Thrive.

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

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and committed educational leader to join our team as Deputy Principal – Secondary. This is a unique opportunity to lead and influence secondary education in a distinctive and innovative setting.

In this role, you will oversee the operation and management of the secondary school, including coordination with the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE) to support a blended learning model. You will establish and refine processes tailored to the secondary context, with a strong focus on attendance, behaviour, and student engagement using a data driven approach. In a leadership capacity that emphasises partnership, the successful applicant will lead careers education and actively engage with the community by organising meaningful work placements and building strong local partnerships that expand career opportunities for students.

A successful leader at Onslow School will be someone who can drive positive change through effective management practices, aligned with our commitment to quality teaching, high expectations, and success for all students. Working within a small, collaborative leadership team you will make meaningful contributions to our Business Plan and demonstrate an application of whole-school approaches.

The successful applicant will demonstrate highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on leading others through effective team formation and performance development processes. Strong organisational skills and leadership capacity are essential.

This is a rewarding leadership opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and supportive school community.

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:

• District allowance of $9 299 a year
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• 10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters
• More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
• Subsidised leave travel during major vacations
• Free GROH housing
• Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
• Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation
• Vehicle relocation
• Air-conditioning subsidy
• Travel Concessions

You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details.

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 housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.

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 Lisa Campbell, Principal on 0418 950473 or emailing Lisa.Campbell@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.

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).

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

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position; and
• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  1. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
  2. High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
  3. 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).
  4. 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/DP1008744

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 Wednesday, 26 November 2025