This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2026
John Butler Primary College (PC), catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, is located in the northern suburb of Butler. Opening in 2014, the college is of a modern and contemporary design, including purpose-built specialist facilities for students with disability, to create a positive and supportive learning environment in which all students can thrive. John Butler PC currently caters for 450 students in the Northern suburbs and is proud to be an inclusive school, with an Education Support Program on site.
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The Role
John Butler PC is seeking to appoint a passionate and committed Associate Principal to join our senior leadership team. We are seeking an applicant with extensive knowledge and high performance that would suit the contextual requirements of the school.
The Associate Principal would be responsible for the day to day running of the school's Education Support Unit and will at times be expected to take on the Principal's role. The successful applicant would build partnerships and develop a climate of trust within the school community. Leadership In collaboration with the Principal and other members of the administrative team, the Associate Principal, Education Support, monitors and manages staff leave entitlements to ensure accrued leave is cleared within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with relevant awards, agreements and Departmental policy. They would guide staff in curriculum development and effective use of data to make informed decisions about learning in line with the school's Business Plan, policies and procedures.
Our senior leadership team work together to provide guidance, support, and training across the entire College. We are ideally seeking an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and experience in supporting staff to develop individualised learning programs to cater for the needs of all students. At the centre of this, will be a firm understanding that the relationships formed with students and staff are key to the ongoing success of the school.
In this unique and complex role, Associate Principals enjoy a dynamic, collaborative work environment. Together, we create an inclusive space where students, staff, and families feel connected and empowered to achieve. Accountability, operational resilience, and high expectations are shared values across the leadership team, with each member contributing to the collective success of the school.
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 David Knox, 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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
* A five (5) 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/DP1027542
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, 10 February 2026