This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, **** with possible extension and/or permanency
Yule Brook College is a small, caring, and inclusive learning community where every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their potential through our philosophy of 'one student at a time in a community of learners'.
Our students become responsible and active community members through a strong focus on the principles of the Big Picture Learning design for education, encompassing academic excellence, development of social skills, emotional well-being, and respect.
Our school has approximately 300 students across Years 7 to 12 with our graduates receiving the International Big Picture Learning Credential at the end of Year 12.
We seek to engage young people in learning through the Big Picture Learning design, encouraging every student to identify and pursue their interests and passions.
Students extend their learning beyond the classroom through community internships with adult mentors, developing the skills, confidence and connections needed for life beyond school.
Strong partnerships with families are central to our approach, fostered through regular Learning Plan Meetings and Exhibitions.
Throughout their journey, students are challenged to strive for their personal best, both academically and as contributing members of the community.
Find out more about our school by visiting Yule Brook College or Schools Online.
The Role
As the successful applicant, you would be an integral member of a small leadership team, including the principal, one other associate principal and six level 3 team leaders.
The Deputy Principal is a key instructional and operational leader within the college, balancing strategic leadership with day-to-day management responsibilities.
In collaboration with others, you would provide strategic educational leadership within the context of the Big Picture Learning design for education.
You will ideally have strong communication and interpersonal skills that enable you to work effectively with staff, students, and families, as you will have responsibility for a range of school operations.
Experience leading student services or overseeing timetabling and workforce management would be highly regarded.
Above all, you would share our belief that the best learning occurs when young people are known well, learning is personalised, and every student is empowered to shape their own future.
At Yule Brook College, we educate 'one student at a time'.




Yule Brook College sits in the heart of Maddington, in the City of Gosnells.
Our students come predominantly from the suburbs of Maddington and Kenwick (approximately 70%), with some from further afield, particularly drawn by our Clontarf and Deadly Sista Girlz academies.
Our student population come from a variety of cultural backgrounds, with the largest groups being Aboriginal (35%) and Filipino (10%).
Yule Brook College offers a unique educational setting.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the Principal for a conversation about our school, the Big Picture Learning design, and the expectations of this role before submitting your application.
Further information about Big Picture Learning is available at .
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of perks 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 Hilary Saunders, Principal, on ******** *** or emailing ******
Agency Referrals:
Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at ****** during the advertising period.
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
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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A three to four page (3 to 4) 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*******
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, 18 August ****

📌 Deputy Principal (Perth)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Perth