Deputy Principal - Early Childhood EducationBranch:
Halls Creek District High SchoolDivision:
Kimberley Education RegionSalary:
Level 3, $125,850 - $137,715 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension and/or permanency.Halls Creek District High School (DHS) is seeking a vibrant and skilled Deputy Principal for our ECE group (K-2). This is a challenging and rewarding role, where you will use your strong interpersonal and leadership skills to achieve the school's vision and goals to meet the needs of a diverse school community.Halls Creek DHS is located in the Kimberley Region, between Broome and Kununurra. The students come from town and a number of local Aboriginal Communities within a 50km radius. There are 5 local language groups, the 3 most commonly spoken include Jaru, Kija, and Gooniyandi. Kriol is also universally spoken across the Kimberley region.Halls Creek DHS is a school in the Kimberley Schools Project. This Project is focused on improving the literacy and numeracy skills of the pre-primary to Year 2 students through the Targeted Teaching methodology. You will be required to continue to support the implementation of the Project in the school, and support the growth and development of strategies to improve learning, attendance, and engagement.The successful applicant will ideally have strong curriculum knowledge, be dedicated to optimising outcomes in all learning areas, and committed to developing and mentoring staff. In addition, they will ideally maintain a school culture that promotes positive high expectation relationships and engage parents and the wider community in an authentic partnership in the educational work of the school.Ideally, the successful applicant will possess a commitment to continuous school improvement, including building networks with other agencies and services in the community. To be successful, you will have an excellent understanding of the current curriculum requirements as well as highly effective communication and interpersonal skills.Professional BenefitsWorking for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:Attractive Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $15,370 a yearLocality allowance of $4,888 a year11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semestersMore than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers' leaveSubsidised leave travel during major vacationsFree GROH housingFree furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodationVehicle relocationYou may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location – click here for details.Full details of the role, selection criteria, and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).Equity and DiversityWe 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 disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; andconsent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.Application InstructionsApply online in two easy steps:Step 1:
Select Apply for JobComplete the online application form, including details of two (2) work-related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.Your application should include:A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this positionA four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDFDemonstrated 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.Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/DP920238Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Friday, 03 October 2024.
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