Deputy Principal
Employment
Full time/Part time, Permanent or Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
20 November 2026
Posted 26 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
39.2
22.2 teaching · 17 non-teaching
Students per teacher
15.1:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
335
Indigenous students
24%
Language other than English
51%
Girls vs boys
171 girls · 164 boys
Socio-educational background
Below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
We are seeking to establish a pool of Deputy Principal for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year and up to the end of Term 4, 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
Engage, Experience, Empower.
Grovelands Primary School (PS) is a diverse and welcoming school community where positive relationships, high expectations and a shared commitment to student success guide our work. We believe every child deserves to feel valued, supported and inspired to achieve their best.
We are building a positive school culture through collaborative leadership, open communication and a commitment to continuous improvement. Students, staff and families are important partners in this work, with student learning and wellbeing at the centre of every decision.
Guided by the Department of Education’s Teaching for Impact framework, we are strengthening consistent, evidence-based teaching through explicit instruction, purposeful assessment and collaborative planning, particularly in literacy and numeracy. Our developing Positive Behaviour Support approach centres on Pride, Respect, Learning and Safety, supporting students to feel safe, connected and ready to learn. Inclusive practice, targeted support and strong partnerships with families underpin our commitment to every learner.
This is an opportunity to join Grovelands at an exciting stage of its development. We welcome Deputy Principals who build trust, develop staff capability and work collaboratively to translate shared priorities int…