Deputy Principal - Primary

Salary: Level 3, $132,143 - $144,601 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 Kalumburu Remote Community School (RCS) runs a 0-3 KindiLink program, an Early Years class, three composite Primary classes and two composite Secondary classes.
From 2019, our school has been part of the Kimberley Schools Project (KSP), a federally funded initiative established to strengthen teaching pedagogy and improve outcomes for Kimberley students. The four pillars of the project are targeted teaching, better early years learning and care, regular attendance, and increased student and community engagement. Kalumburu RCS receives support in the form of professional learning, coaching, and funding through its participation in the project.
Our staff at Kalumburu RCS are a positive, supportive team and we have strong external supports from KSP and SSEN:BE coaches. Community participation and involvement in the school is actively encouraged. Each term a Stronger Smarter day celebrates Culture and achievement.
The Role In providing curriculum leadership, the Deputy Principal follows the school's Strategic Plan and implements the Primary Operational Plan to support Primary teachers in planning and delivering engaging and relevant learning programs. The Deputy Principal collaborates with the administration team and teaching staff to review and further develop whole-school plans.
The ideal applicant will have excellent knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum K-6, a strong understanding of Explicit Instruction pedagogies, and ideally familiarity with the Kimberley Schools Project (KSP) and its practices.
The successful applicant should have a sound knowledge of Reporting to Parents (RTP), Special Education Needs (SEN) Planning and have the capability to manage whole school practices including coordinating NAPLAN, overseeing On Entry Assessment and knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework.
As the Deputy Principal: Primary, you will ideally have the ability to work calmly and consistently to support student learning and behaviour in the Primary context and support the social and emotional wellbeing of students in Years K-6.
While experience in leadership roles is highly regarded, aspirant leaders with strong Primary experience are also encouraged to apply.
Strong communication skills are required to work closely with external agencies such as the School Psychologist, the School of Special Educational Needs: Behaviour and Engagement (SSEN:BE) and other local support agencies. The successful applicant will build positive relationships with all students and stakeholders and maintain student wellbeing by developing a consistent approach to promoting regular attendance and positive behaviour. Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Supports (PBS), Stronger Smarter practices and the Zones of Regulation program would be highly regarded.
Ideally, our Deputy Principal: Primary will have the interpersonal skills to develop mutually respectful relationships with community members and organisations. To be successful in this role you will exhibit a passion for improving outcomes for Aboriginal students, have experience in engaging Aboriginal families and an excellent understanding of the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework. While experience working in remote communities is not essential, a willingness to develop positive relationships with all stakeholders in Kalumburu is vital to ensuring positive outcomes for students.
Kalumburu's Location Kalumburu, meaning 'Path by the River' or 'River Crossing', is the most northerly Aboriginal Community in Western Australia and is situated on Kwini Country on the banks of the King Edward River. The nearest townships to Kalumburu are Kununurra (565km SE), Wyndham (560km SE) and Derby (650km W). Road access to the region is dependent on seasonal conditions and Kalumburu is often inaccessible by road for 4-6 months of the year. Alternative access is by air from Kununurra, and supplies are regularly delivered by sea.
The Community of Kalumburu currently numbers around 500 people and is serviced by the school, community clinic, community store including takeaway, and an administration office providing postal, banking and Centrelink services.
Kalumburu provides many opportunities for outdoor recreational activities including fishing, camping and 4-wheel driving.
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:
Attractive Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $20,870 per yearDistrict allowance of $7,436 per yearTemporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2,20911.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semestersSubsidised leave travel during major vacationsFree GROH housingFree furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodationVehicle relocationTeachers and School Administrators employed at Kalumburu Remote Community School in 2025 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2,209 (pa, gross – to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment. The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school. 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 Australiaobtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; andconsent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.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 positionA statement of up to four (4) pages addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDFDemonstrated 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/DP932910
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 Monday, 2 December 2024

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