Deputy Principal
Employment
Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
21 October 2026
Posted 6 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
42.9
28.8 teaching · 14.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
18.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
543
Language other than English
35%
Girls vs boys
266 girls · 277 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
We are seeking to establish a pool of Deputy Principals for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2027 school year and up to the end of Term 3, 2027 Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Mount Lawley Primary School (PS) is a vibrant and proudly community-focused Independent Public School located just four kilometres from the Perth CBD. With a strong sense of history and place, our school combines the character of our heritage with contemporary facilities, innovative learning programs and a forward-thinking approach to education. With approximately 500 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, we are a diverse and inclusive community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to strive for wisdom.
At Mount Lawley PS, students are at the centre of every decision we make. We work collaboratively to deliver high-quality teaching, guided by evidence-informed and data-driven practice and strengthened through respectful relationships and partnerships that foster a strong sense of belonging. Together, we create a caring and inclusive community where high expectations empower every child to learn, respect, inspire, create and celebrate.
We are entering an exciting new phase of our school’s development, with a new Business Plan commencing in Term 4. Our focus is on understanding every student’s learning needs, strengthening the quality and consistency of teaching, and using evidence and data to maximise student progress and achievement. We are committed to supporting our staff to grow a…