Deputy Principal

Salary: Level 3, $132,143 - $144,601 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 Midvale Primary School (PS) is located approximately 20 kilometres from the Perth CBD, within the City of Swan. Our current enrolment is approximately 350 students from Kindergarten to Year Six. We have a very multicultural school population which is drawn mainly from Midvale and Midland and the nearby suburbs of Viveash, Middle Swan and Swan View.
Our shared moral purpose states that, 'As a community we create a safe learning environment driven by high expectations for all students to achieve success in all areas' . The school motto is 'Together Everyone Achieves More'. This understanding forms the foundation of a truly collaborative approach between staff, students, families and the wider community to change lives and expand possibilities.
The staff are committed to providing innovative, evidence-based programmes in a supportive and safe, trauma-informed environment. Staff utilise Explicit Direct Instruction to teach in a direct, structured way and this, along with other whole school programs, reduce within school variability so students are given the opportunity to achieve the best they are capable of.
The school supports students' academic and personal growth through Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), enabling the students to engage in learning in an inclusive environment. At Midvale PS, students are Safe, Thoughtful, Achievers and Respectful and this is embedded in the school culture.
Midvale PS is renowned for its outstanding pastoral care and excellent early intervention strategies. It has a reputation for being inclusive and providing quality education programs, especially for those with individual needs. We employ two Chaplains who support our school community two days per week and we engage with many support agencies to ensure our students' needs are met.
The Deputy Principals at Midvale PS assume a pivotal role, working closely with the principal and the school leadership team to drive the school's strategic directions and support whole school improvement. Educational leadership is a key responsibility, involving the active development and promotion of the school's values and priorities. The Deputy Principal leads collaboration, encouraging all stakeholders to actively share ownership of the school's vision and goals. A key responsibility will be to develop, review and refine school procedures and guidelines that govern all aspects of student wellbeing, inclusion and support, consulting with staff and providing support that enables successful implementation.
The successful applicant should ideally possess a strong knowledge and understanding of Explicit Direct Instruction, PBS and Trauma Informed Practice. Suitable applicants will ideally possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and commitment to supporting staff and students to achieve success. These skills will support the establishment of positive and respectful relationships with students and their families, colleagues, and the broader school community as we commit to being an inclusive and high-performing school.
The Deputy Principal is instrumental in ensuring the effective operation of the school. This includes the delivery of a new Strategic Plan through data-driven decision-making and the establishment of systems that align with the school's priority areas. In the context of the school, the suitable applicant will ideally possess professional flexibility and the ability to anticipate and adapt to changing circumstances as they arise. Successful applicants will have experience in case management processes, working with external agencies to support students at educational risk as part of a Student Services Team.
Applicants with leadership qualities and skills to build staff capacity and cultivate distributed leadership within a culture of high expectations is highly regarded and proven experience would be advantageous.
Deputy Principals are expected to lead and engage staff in shared beliefs about teaching and learning excellence through our Collaborative Teams and a proven capacity to:
Build and support teaching teams to deliver high impact, low variance practice aligned with our identified whole school practices. Build capabilities and capacity through implementation of Teaching for Impact, the Western Australian Curriculum and the Early Years Learning Framework. Engage the staff in their collaborative group in 1:1 coaching and mentoring. Build teaching excellence through delivery of high-quality professional learning, peer mentoring and feedback. Enhance the performance and development culture within the school. Lead and sustain culturally safe and responsive work and learning environments. Overall, the Deputy Principal serves as a key figure for educational leadership and operational effectiveness within the school.
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.
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.
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; and 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.
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.
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 maximum of 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: SS/DP929294
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 11 November 2024
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