Associate Principal
Branch:
Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre
Division:
Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary:
Level 3, $137,428 - $150,385 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)
Work Type:
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
FTE:
0.1-1.0
Location:
Rockingham
Closing Date:
:30 PM
We are seeking to establish a pool of dedicated Associate Principals for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 1, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre (ESC) is seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and highly skilled educational leader to join our leadership team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a vibrant and inclusive school community committed to supporting students with additional and complex needs.
Find out more about our school by visiting Rockingham Beach Education Support Centre or Schools Online
The Role
We are ideally seeking a leader who is deeply committed to supporting and embedding whole-school practices, with a strong foundation in current, research-based educational approaches. Experience in data analysis and its application to inform teaching and learning would be highly regarded. The role calls for a high level of curriculum leadership to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction across all classrooms.
The suitable applicants should be inspiring leaders with the ability to guide teams, tailor support to individual staff needs, and foster authentic relationships with students, staff, and the wider community. Their leadership will contribute to maintaining and enhancing the school's positive culture and collaborative environment.
The suitable applicants would work closely with the leadership team to provide educational leadership within the school and broader community, actively promoting and driving the school's vision and strategic direction in collaboration with staff, families, and students.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits 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 Julie Pullen, Principal on or
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 two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
* A three (3) page 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/DP1017968
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday,16 March 2026