Vice Principal
at Kent Street Senior High School, Kensington, Australia
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- Salary
- Not given in the advert
- Closing date
- 9 February 2027
- Start
- Term 1, 2027
- Type of post
- Leadership
- First seen
- 11 November 2026, on a public job listing
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The advert
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 At Kent Street Senior High School (SHS) we aim to build highly skilled, knowledgeable, flexible young people who have a commitment to life-long learning and contributing to a vibrant and caring community. Our teachers promote a culture of endeavour and achievement and take pride in being innovative, nurturing, creative and adventurous. The school is characterised by educational programs that maximise the engagement of our students. Kent Street SHS is an Independent Public School located within 5 kilometres of the Perth CBD. We cater for a diverse clientele from across WA (Western Australia) who travel great distances or reside at the Rotary Residential College located on our site to engage in our approved specialist programs. We also work as part of the Curtin Education Community to actively engage our local primary schools in the Victoria Park area. Kent Street’s motto of ‘Courage to Achieve’ underpins our mission to empower students to achieve through innovative teaching and mutual respect. Find out more about our school by visiting www.kentstreetshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online The Role Kent Street SHS is seeking an inspirational and highly capable Vice Principal to join our executive leadership team and play a significant role in advancing the school's vision, strategic direction and culture of excellence. As a key member of the school's leadership team, the successful applicant would work in close partnership with the principal and executive colleagues to drive strategic school improvement, strengthen teaching excellence, and enhance opportunities for every student. This role provides an exciting opportunity to influence whole-school direction while leading significant portfolios that contribute directly to student success and organisational performance. The Vice Principal will lead the school's Teaching and Learning portfolio, ensuring high-quality, evidence-informed instructional practices remain at the centre of school improvement. The successful applicant should have a strong understanding of curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and curriculum differentiation, with the ability to build staff capability through collaborative professional learning, instructional coaching, data-informed practice and strategic leadership. A significant aspect of the role involves providing strategic oversight of the school's specialist programs. Working closely with program leaders, staff and external partners, the successful applicant would support the continued growth, quality and sustainability of programs that enhance student engagement, achievement and pathways. The Vice Principal would also play a leading role in developing and sustaining productive strategic partnerships with industry, tertiary institutions, community organisations and educational networks. These partnerships are critical in expanding opportunities for students, enriching learning experiences and strengthening post-school pathways. The successful applicant should display a proven capacity to lead improvement through collaboration, innovation and strategic planning. They will ideally possess outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and inspire staff, students, families and community stakeholders to achieve shared goals. At Kent Street SHS, we believe school improvement is achieved through collective efficacy, high expectations and a relentless focus on student success. The successful applicant would contribute to fostering a culture where staff are empowered to lead, students are known and supported, and teaching excellence drives improved outcomes for all learners. We are ideally seeking a future-focused educational leader who can confidently navigate complexity, lead change with authenticity and purpose, and contribute to the continued growth of a school recognised for its strong culture, inclusive practices, specialist programs and commitment to excellence. Please note interviews are likely to be scheduled for Wednesday, 25 November or Thursday, 26 November 2026. 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 Kacey Single, Principal on (08) 9262 0500 or emailing Kacey.Single@education.wa.edu.au Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at schoolsrecruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period. 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 2021-2025 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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A four (4) 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 (08) 9264 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP1072797 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 Friday, 20 November 2026.
About Kent Street Senior High School
- Pupils
- 1,215
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