Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Salary: Level 3, $132,143 - $144,601 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time
We are seeking to establish a pool of Deputy Principals for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2025 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
At Booragoon Primary School (PS) we provide a positive, collaborative and cooperative environment for our students to help nurture a lifelong love of learning. Our school, which caters for Kindergarten to Year 6, is situated in the South Metropolitan suburb of Booragoon, a stone's throw from Garden City Shopping Centre. The buildings and grounds are well established and maintained, providing an excellent environment for both students and staff. We have four teaching blocks including an onsite Kindergarten, two purpose-built Pre-primary units and a senior teaching block. A multi-purpose building incorporates a Visual Arts room, a Science Lab, an instrumental music room and a fully automated library.
To be considered for a leadership position at Booragoon PS, applicants should display excellent communication and interpersonal skills including an ability to coach, mentor and lead staff and students. Working collaboratively with staff, parents and students to develop and promote a culture of high expectations through whole school positive values-based behavioural systems is highly desirable. You will ideally have the ability to develop strong relationships and an affinity with students, staff and parents in an open and approachable manner. An ability to autonomously facilitate operational projects would also be highly regarded.
Suitable applicants should be able to display their ability to lead, manage and monitor the continuous school improvement cycle and drive the enhancement of high-quality teaching and learning in every classroom of the school. They should be committed to a model of consultative, collaborative and instructional leadership. They will ideally have an extensive knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and a proven history of assisting and developing teachers.
Experience in any of the following areas are highly regarded:
Developing, implementing and monitoring high quality teaching practices aligned to Teaching for ImpactCurriculum leadershipCatering for English as a Second Language/Dialect (EAL/D) students in mainstream classesWhole-school values-based behaviour systems including contemporary classroom/behaviour management strategiesThe maintenance and upskilling of staff, students and families in the use of a Bring Your Own Device programDifferentiated practice in classroom settingsStudent services, including liaising with parents and external providersNational Quality Standards and The Early Years FrameworkNational Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) OnlineDeveloping capacity of others in the use of Information and Communications Technology in the classroomAcademic extensionCommunity relations and communicationsProfessional 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.
Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
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.
Minimum eligibility requirements include:
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.Consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
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 being your current line manager.
Your application should include:
A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.A four (4) 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/DP931964
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 15 November 2024
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