Deputy Principal (Junior School)

St Joseph's College · Albany, WA

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

8 September 2026

18 days remaining

Posted 19 Aug 2026

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About St Joseph's College

School type

Co-educational

Year range

PP-12

School staff (FTE)

70.2

45.6 teaching · 24.6 non-teaching

Students per teacher

14.8:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

675

Indigenous students

3%

Language other than English

20%

Girls vs boys

349 girls · 326 boys

52%
48%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

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Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL - JUNIOR SCHOOL

Position Details
Would you like a sea and tree change to a vibrant regional centre? St Joseph's College is a growing Catholic school catering for students from Three-Year-Old to Year Twelve. The College is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Deputy Principal who will be responsible for the overall Year Three to Year Six academic and pastoral wellbeing of students. This is a perfect promotional opportunity for an educator eager to undertake a leadership role. This position requires someone who is enthusiastic, energetic and able to work as part of a motivated K-12 team.The College will meet the costs of relocation to Albany for the successful applicant. A secondment from another school will be considered.

Selection Criteria
The successful applicant must: 
* Be an active member of the Catholic Church.  
* Have a commitment to ensuring a safe environment for all students.
* Have a detailed knowledge of primary curriculum.  
* Have the ability to analyse data and use the analysis to drive student improvement.
* Possess highly effective communication and interpersonal skills so as to engage positively with 
 colleagues, students and parents.
* Have the ability to work to a deadline and to demonstrate a willingness to implement change in the   
 College environment.
* Have a sound knowledge of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers so as to lead and 
 manage the professional development and growth of staff to improve teaching and learning.
* Have an ability to participate in and lead whole school strategic planning and implementation.
* Possess …

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