St Thomas' Primary School is a Catholic primary school located in Sale with a current enrolment of 287 students.
The town of Sale is located in Gippsland, approximately 210 kilometres from Melbourne on the lands of the Gunai Kurnai People. The Gippsland Lakes, Ninety-Mile Beach and Great Dividing Range are all within close proximity and the town of Sale boasts outstanding services and recreational facilities, including the Port of Sale.
About the role Classification: Primary Deputy Principal Level 2
Start Date: 28 January 2025
Tenure: Three years fixed-term (underpinned by an ongoing teaching position), with a possible second period of appointment
St Thomas' Primary School is seeking a faith filled, inspirational and dynamic Deputy Principal to work in partnership with our staff, student and parent community. The role of the Primary Deputy Principal is to support the principal and leadership team in managing the planning, delivery, evaluation and improvement of the education of all students at St Thomas' Primary School. It will involve working closely with the principal in enacting the strategic directions of DOSCEL and the strategic deployment of resources, which reflect the following key priorities:
Enlivening faith education and Catholic identity Improved learning outcomes for all students Strengthening and development of expert teacher practice, leadership formation and capacity building Ongoing commitment to effective and supportive governance. We are seeking a suitably qualified applicant with a proven record of leadership and who aspires to principalship. The position will initially be offered on a fixed-term basis for three years, with opportunity for renewal. The successful applicant will be offered ongoing employment at the school as a teacher.
Our benefits include: Salary increases each January and July (Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022) Annual salary incremental progression, 1 May Annual leave loading Salary Packaging Flexible leave day Parental leave – 16 weeks Parental leave superannuation up to 52 weeks Various leave options available The latest IT and resources in each classroom Outstanding Catholic faith based curriculum About our School The school prides itself on its strong Catholic ethos, quality curriculum and pastoral care of all within the school community and is held in high regard by the wider Sale community, with St Thomas' Primary School being an active participant in a variety of community-based activities.
A hallmark of the school is the way students, staff and parents work together to promote excellence in learning. The school works hard to enable each student to recognise their strengths so they can value learning for life and flourish as people. All staff work to ensure everyone in our community is known, valued and safe. Importantly, we aim to be a responsive community that promotes positive relationships, connection and belonging.
Application Procedures Please contact Mrs Anita Little (Principal) on 5144 1332 or ****** for enquiries.
Applications should include a cover letter and completed Application Form.
Closing date for applications: Monday 11 November 2024 at 5.00 pm
St Thomas Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation, and empowerment of children. Staff are required to adhere to the School's Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy and Procedure, the Mandatory Reporting Policy and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.
The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks and required to provide a current VIT registration.
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