Assistant Principal-Range 1

Location: South West Region | Warrnambool
Job type: Full time / From 17/02/2025 - 26/01/2028
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Teacher
Reference: 1461723
Selection CriteriaSC1 Educational Leadership Demonstrated capacity for exemplary leadership of a school, in leading and managing change including the leadership of others in the process of changeSC2 Leadership of Staff and Students A highly developed capacity to motivate staff, develop their talents and build an effective team. A clear capacity to foster a learning environment that takes account of the individual needs of students to develop their special abilities and talentsSC3 Interpersonal and Communication Skills Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills in individual, small group and community contextsExemplary values pertaining to personal qualities of objectivity, sensitivity and integrityDemonstrated ability to work with parents and the wider community to develop a strong learning environmentSC4 Financial, Managerial and Administrative Ability Outstanding financial, organisational and resource management skillsSC5 Planning, Policy and Program Development and Review Exemplary values appropriate to the development of student learning with a demonstrated capacity to achieve high quality student outcomesDemonstrated ability to implement Department policies and initiatives to a high levelAn understanding of and a commitment to the use of learning technologies to improve teaching and learningRoleThe assistant principal reports directly to the principal. Assistant principals have a primary responsibility for the management of significant areas or functions within the school to ensure the effective development, provision and evaluation of the school's education program. In exercising the responsibility, assistant principals will have the authority to make all significant decisions relating to the program, budget and staff relating to their area of designated responsibility within the framework of the school's strategic plan, policies and budget. Assistant principals will contribute to the overall management of the school through involvement in policy formulation and decision making.
The management of significant school program or functional areas in schools involve assistant principals in the analysis of the needs of students and the translation of state educational policy and frameworks into appropriate education programs to meet the needs of all students.
Typically assistant principals will be responsible for the effective use of the teaching staff and program budget of a defined area of the school's operation and for the oversight and leadership of the educational programs provided utilising these resources.
ResponsibilitiesTypically, assistant principals perform one or more of the following functions:
Supervision and coordination of the work of senior curriculum or level coordinators;Allocation of budgets, positions of responsibility and other resources within the area of responsibility;Supervision of the delivery of teaching programs;Management of programs to improve the knowledge and experience of staff;Responsibility for general discipline matters beyond the management of classroom teachers and year level coordinators;Contribute to the overall management of the school;Who May ApplyAppropriately qualified individuals currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.
Location ProfileWarrnambool West PS is located in the rural city of Warrnambool. We are in an established residential setting on a hilltop overlooking the western end of the city and is set on spacious grounds with well-established gardens. It has a current enrolment of 136 students with a staff of 11 EFT (Equivalent Full Time). This includes 2 Principal Class Officers and 9 EFT ES (Education Support) staff.
Warrnambool West Primary School believes in high levels of learning for all. Our AIP has a strong focus on learning and wellbeing and using our equity funding resourcing, small class sizes and point of need teaching are a central aspect of our teaching and learning programs. We are an inclusive learning community unpinned by the values of Inclusive, Respect, Safe and Learning. Our values determine the way in which we, as a community, interact to ensure children are supported in their learning and social/emotional journey.
Warrnambool West Primary School strives for achievement through its successful PLC structure where student data is used in a timely and efficient manner to inform decision making for teaching and learning. Specialist programs are offered in STEM, The Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music and AUSLAN. ICT skills are enhanced via use of a school based 1-1 classroom IPAD and notebook program.
We know that all students are different and that students thrive when provided with learning opportunities that recognise their needs and special abilities. The wellbeing of our students and staff is of the utmost importance to us. We create a positive school climate, applying the philosophies of School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) which allows us to respond positively to student behaviour.
The partnership between the school and the home is highly valued at Warrnambool West PS. Parents and carers are encouraged to be actively involved in the educational progress of their child.
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