Deputy Principal

Paraburdoo Primary School · Paraburdoo, WA

Employment

Full time, Temporary

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Government

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

23 November 2026

16 days remaining

Posted 6 Nov 2026

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About Paraburdoo Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

27.7

14.9 teaching · 12.8 non-teaching

Students per teacher

12.4:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

185

Indigenous students

30%

Language other than English

25%

Girls vs boys

87 girls · 98 boys

47%
53%

Socio-educational background

Well below the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description


This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

At Paraburdoo Primary School (PS), our purpose is to ensure every child is provided with every opportunity every day to develop the skills and knowledge they require to become resilient, well balanced, successful individuals who function positively in society and throughout life.

Paraburdoo PS caters for approximately 200 students from K - 6 in the Ashburton Shire of the Pilbara. It is the only school in town with enrolments fluctuating depending on the strength of the mining industry. We are a multicultural community, embracing families from all parts of Australia and around the world.

Tucked into the magnificent Pilbara landscape, Paraburdoo PS offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute, connect and grow within a safe and welcoming school community. Paraburdoo PS, our ROCKS values of Respect, Opportunity to Learn, Care, Kindness and Safety guide how we learn, work and connect.

At Paraburdoo PS, we value enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to contribute to school and community life.

Join our crew and help nurture wellbeing, inspire learning and bring a little 'sparkle' to each school day.

Find out more about our school by visiting www.facebook.com/ParaburdooPrimarySchool or www.paraburdooprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

Paraburdoo PS is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative and inspiring Deputy Principal who is passionate about educational leadership, nurturing the whole child and building a positive, inclusive school culture where everyone …

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