Leading Teacher - School Operations

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Full time / From 15/07/2024 - 14/07/2027
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1421593
Job posted: 20/06/2024
Closes: 03/07/2024
Occupation: Education and Training
Classification: Leading Teacher Range 3
Job duration: From 15/07/2024 - 14/07/2027
Reference: 1421593
Occupation: Education and Training
Salary Range: Salary not specified
Work location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Selection Criteria SC 1 Demonstrated ability to lead the development, implementation and evaluation of programs that proactively improve student engagement and wellbeing. SC 2 Highly developed communication, networking and interpersonal skills including the capacity to work in partnership with a range of people including teachers, education support staff, students and families. SC 3 Capacity to lead a collaborative multidisciplinary professional team and contribute significantly to the achievements of the team. SC 4 Ability to design and facilitate professional learning, preferably for teachers and other relevant professionals, related to student engagement and wellbeing. SC 5 Demonstrated ability to monitor and assess student wellbeing data at a class, cohort or whole-school level and use this data to lead improvement initiatives. SC 6 Capacity to establish and lead a whole school student engagement and wellbeing program that is aligned with the school vision and values. Role The School Operations Leader is responsible for ensuring that the operations of the school promote and support effective teaching and learning. This includes providing high level advice to the leadership team on all matters related to the implementation of the curriculum and effective management of the school. They will promote a culture of high expectations for students, staff and parents, and support this by taking a leading role in the implementation of school and Department of Education policies, including the Framework for Improving Student Outcomes.
The School Operations Leader will ensure that timetables and Daily Organisation supports the operations of the school to promote and support effective teaching and learning. This includes providing high level advice to the leadership team on all matters related to the implementation of the timetable in relation to curriculum directions and priorities of the school.
Leading teachers will be highly skilled classroom practitioners and undertake leadership and management roles commensurate with their salary range. The role of leading teachers is to improve the skill, knowledge and performance of the teaching workforce in a school or group of schools and to improve the curriculum program of a school.
Typically, leading teachers are responsible for coordinating a number of staff to achieve improvements in teaching and learning which may involve the coordination and professional support of colleagues through modelling, collaborating and coaching and using processes that develop knowledge, practice and professional engagement in others.
Leading teachers are expected to lead and manage a significant area or function within the school with a high degree of independence to ensure the effective development, provision and evaluation of the school's education program.
Leading teachers will be expected to make a significant contribution to policy development relating to teaching and learning in the school. A leading teacher has a direct impact and influence on the achievement of the school goals.
Leading teachers are usually responsible for the implementation of one or more priorities contained in the school strategic plan.
Responsibilities Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, systems, and processes to ensure the highly effective operation of the school.
Lead the development of a timetable that reflects school priorities and promotes effective teaching and learning
Coordinate the preparation, publication and communication of:
o the specialist timetable.
o the yard duty supervision roster
o Curriculum Team, PLC, Professional Practice and SSG timetables
Ensure staffing of classes and the effective implementation of the curriculum on a daily basis.
Arrange for the employment of Casual Relief Teachers (CRT) within the allocated budget. Provide professional assistance to CRTs, including orientation of school policy and processes, and appropriate resources. 
Coordinate communication to parents for students with absent classroom teacher (including SeeSaw posts as part of Continuous Reporting expectations)
Assume responsibility for communication with staff on all matters related to school coordination and organisation.
Provide support for staff to effectively navigate and use Compass.
Manage the budget and resources associated with allocated programs.
Any other duties as directed by the Principal
Lead and manage the implementation of excursions and camps policy, procedures, and processes.
Who May Apply Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.
EEO AND OHS Commitment The Department of Education and Training 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. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
Child Safe Standards Victorian 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 http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/health/protect/Pages/childsafestandards.aspx
DE Values The Department's employees commit to upholding DET's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET'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. Information on the DET values is available at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/workm/Pages/Public-Sector-Values.aspx
Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx VIT LANTITE To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.
Location Profile Wayi School is a Victorian Government P-12 specialist school providing educational programs for students with disability and high needs who have mild to profound intellectual disability.
Wayi School is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and members of our community. Our school recognises the importance of the partnership between our school, and parents and carers to support student learning, engagement and wellbeing. We share a commitment to and a responsibility for, creating an inclusive and safe school environment for our students.
'Wayi' is a Woi-wurrung word of the Wurundjeri people meaning `us¿ - which represents the vision for our school perfectly.
We plan to work together, in partnership, supporting our students as a team. We know that our students will benefit from the efforts, expertise, and commitment from all of 'US' - including family, educators, and community.
The Wayi School vision is to empower and inspire every member of our learning community. We are committed to creating innovative learning environments that nurture and develop all students through an ability and strength-based approach.
Through collaborative partnerships we provide learning that is individualised and holistic to ensure our students become valued and contributing members of their community.
We believe in empowering our staff to work autonomously in a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages personal growth and development.
Wayi School¿s core values include Voice, Choice and Independence.
Voice ¿ We believe communication underpins all areas of learning and life, and everybody has the capacity and the right to communicate.
Choice ¿ We promote agency, enabling everyone to make choices and decisions that influence events and their world.
Independence ¿ We strive to prepare all students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens ready to meet the challenges of the future.
Teaching & Learning Wayi School is committed to developing learner independence, by purposefully using the students¿ skills and interests to promote the creation of new skills. We identify the abilities that are unique to individual students and employ a team approach that focuses on the development of skills and practices that promote lifelong learning, independence, communication and agency. Teachers, Allied Health and Education Support staff work collaboratively with the students and their parents/carers to develop Individual Education Program (IEP) goals for each student, that are meaningful and relevant for that student. ICT is used extensively to provide rich educational experiences and enhance independence. 
Wayi School has developed a range of strategies to promote engagement, an inclusive and safe environment, positive behaviour, and respectful relationships for all students in our school. We recognise the importance of student friendships and peer support in helping children and students feel safe and less isolated. We acknowledge that some students may need extra social, emotional or educational support at school, and that the needs of students will change over time as they grow and learn. SW-PBS and Trauma Informed Practice are foundations initiatives at Wayi School.
Professional Development Successful applicants may be required to work throughout the school, from Foundation to Senior Secondary; however, the professional preferences, experience, skills and aspirations of individual teachers will be considered and attempted to meet.
Wayi School is committed to enhancing the skills and developing the capacity of all teachers professional learning opportunities (external and internal), coaching, mentoring, and being actively involved in Professional Learning Communities.
All staff have the opportunity to engage in a comprehensive induction program which clearly outlines the Wayi School vision, expectations and pedagogical approaches. 
Full time / From 15/07/2024 - 14/07/2027
Job classification:Leading Teacher Range 3
Contact:To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.
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