Our DNA:

We believe in the power ofinspired young people.

We’re the Y WA.

The Y WA (formally YMCA) is a branch of the global Ynot-for-profit organisation, formed in 1844 and have beencontributing to our local Australian communities since 1851. Webelieve in the power of inspired young people, deliveringeducation, health & wellbeing, childcare, youth services, andcommunity programs to thousands of Australians every day. None ofthis would be possible without our special Y People andLeaders!

We’re looking for a Deputy Principal to lead their own campus atThe Y School in Armadale, WA.

Your Impact:

At The Y School, we aim to uphold the Y’s values of Respect,Honesty, Responsibility & Caring through providing high-qualityeducational experiences for all of our students. As a CARE(Curriculum & Re-Engagement) School, we are focussed on workingwith students at their point of need, dedicating time, energy, andexpertise to formulating robust Individual Education Plans. Wedevelop rapport with students in order to assist them in buildingtowards further education or employment, through options such asWACE pathways, School-Based Traineeships and university bridgingcourses. Our main focus is to assist students to re-engage witheducation, supporting them to dismantle the barriers and create achance to flourish.

As Deputy Principal you’ll lead the implementation of the ‘YSchool Strategy’ on our recent Armadale Campus, providing a consistentapproach for curriculum delivery for students in Years 10 – 12. The‘Y Education Model’ will be your guide to maintaining a highquality of service delivery specifically focussing on supportingstudents who are at risk of disengaging with education. You’ll leada dynamic and innovative team of Teachers, Youth Workers, SchoolCounsellors,



and administrative support. At times you’ll behands-on, providing academic and mental health/wellbeing supportfor students and lead your team in the development andimplementation of academic and support programs. But your missionwill remain the same; ‘to see students appreciate education andtruly flourish in the future’. Sounds interesting? Check out ‘YourPerks’ the PD attached below.

- You’ll be earning :$141,551 - $154,896 + 12% Super perannum
- Plus, substantial salary packaging benefits (broad rangewith NFP)
- Permanent full-time position with exciting future careeropportunities
- Ongoing professional development, training, andprofessional support
- Plus, buy a NEW CAR & save on tax (Novated Leasing onoffer)
- Corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
- Free employee assistance program

You’ll be outstanding in this role if you…

- Have a Current Teacher Registration with the TeacherRegistration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA)
- Hold a Tertiary qualification in Education or Teaching thatis recognised in Western Australia
- Have Post Graduate qualification/s in Education Leadership/ Business Management (highly regarded but notessential)
- Have experience in successful strategic leadership in aneducational setting
- Seek to maintain a status of Highly Accomplished or Lead inthe AITSL standards and fully understand their application indaily practice




- Have knowledge regarding school funding models, budgetingand legislative requirements (CARE School knowledge isdesirable but not essential)
- Have knowledge and experience of Explicit Teachingtechniques
- Can obtain a current National Police Check and hold acurrent Working with Children Check
- Are seeking to work for a WA based NFP making a realdifference to student’s lives by demonstrating real wraparoundservice provision with unwavering focus and commitment tosafeguarding our Young People

At the Y WA, we thrive on feedback and deeply value our people’sinsights that drive positive change. With 9% growth in employeeengagement over the past 12 months, our latest survey shows ourpeople love our open communication, recognition and the genuinecare we provide for their wellbeing. They take pride in knowingtheir efforts impact our goals and make a real difference in thelives of children and young people.

Join us and be part of a team that makes a lastingimpact.

Closing date: Monday the 12th ofOctober, 2026

We may start interviews before the closing date.

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and YoungPeople to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and intheir communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidatesare appropriately screened (including police checks) to make surethat the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to viewour Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy.

The Y WA kindly requests no unsolicited resumes orapproaches from recruitment agencies or third parties.

Attachments:
- Deputy Principal Yr 10 - 12_Position Description.pdf

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📌 Deputy Principal - The Y School (Armadale)
🏢 The Y Australia
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