This is a 12-month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension (6 months) and/or permanency Katanning Primary School is located in the Great Southern Region of WA and the Wheatbelt Education Region. Like the wider community, our school celebrates its diversity: around 40% of our students are Aboriginal and 25% of our students speak a language other than English at home. At Katanning Primary School we proudly serve a diverse community and recognise that many of our students come to school with a range of educational, social and emotional needs. Our focus is on ensuring every child is known, valued and supported through high-quality teaching, strong relationships and a safe, inclusive learning setting. We hold high expectations for all students and believe that every child can achieve success when provided with the right support and opportunities. Find out more about our school by visiting Schools Online .

The Role

The Deputy Principal is a pivotal member of our leadership team, working in close partnership with the Principal to provide strategic, educational and operational leadership across Katanning Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity ideally for an experienced and highly capable educational leader to join the leadership team and play a significant role in the next phase of the school's improvement journey. The successful applicant should display a proven capacity to lead sustainable school improvement by building trust, fostering collaboration and creating genuine staff commitment to a shared vision. They should be an influential leader who inspires confidence,



develops others and successfully leads change through strong relationships and evidence-informed practice. Ideally, the successful applicant will possess exceptional organisational skills and the ability to balance strategic priorities with the day-to-day operational demands of a complex school. They should be proactive, solutions-focused and capable of working both independently and collaboratively as part of a cohesive team. A strong work ethic, sound judgement and the ability to manage multiple priorities are highly desirable.

The Deputy Principal will have the opportunity to contribute towards strategic planning, policy development, timetabling, school events, workforce management and organisational systems. They will use data strategically to monitor progress, evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement through measurable outcomes. They should assist to lead the Student Services portfolio, overseeing the implementation of effective Tier 2 and Tier 3 systems and processes while working alongside staff to strengthen inclusive practices that improve outcomes for all students. Above all, the successful applicant should be a collaborative leader who values professional relationships, contributes positively to a strong and positive school culture and is committed to achieving excellence for every student through high expectations,



shared responsibility and continuous improvement.

Professional Benefits

- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8 020 a year
- 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation

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 [email protected] or on (08) 9264 5154.

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

- 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.

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📌 Deputy Principal (Shire of Katanning)
🏢 Department Of Education
📍 Shire of Katanning