Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP669938
Please Note: As of Thursday, 25 February 2021 there has been an amendement made to the application instructions.
This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2021
Are you looking for an exciting challenge?
Lesmurdie Senior High School (SHS) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Deputy Principal to the school Executive Team, to lead staff to provide an exemplary education for all our students to thrive in a nurturing environment.
In collaboration with the Principal and school Executive team, the Deputy Principal will provide educational leadership in the school and the community, promoting the school’s vision and strategic directions to support the school’s Business Plan. You will use highly effective change management strategies to support the school improvement agenda, continually reflecting and reviewing school processes and procedures.
As a member of the school’s Executive Team you will be expected to communicate the school’s Business Plan through your vision for success whilst inspiring and motivating others to innovate improvement strategies leading to pathways of success.
The role will focus on leading a Student Support Team for Years 7 – 9 students. This includes meeting the needs of students at educational risk and working with external agencies to support all students. A proven ability to plan and deliver outcome driven interventions for tiers of students that result in high levels of success would be highly desirable as well as experience in functional behaviour analysis and trauma informed practice.
You will strategically lead the schools highly successful and recognised Specialist Maths and Science (LEAP) Program, focusing on data informed review and improvements to incorporate STEM, Industry Education Partnerships and innovative practices, to further enrich the opportunities and pathways for students.
Lesmurdie SHS has an established reputation where all students are motivated to achieve excellence in their academic, sporting and cultural endeavours. Our students are friendly, confident and successful and our teaching and support staff provide a distinctive, comprehensive education with strong academic and vocational pathways assisted by effective pastoral care programs.
We promote positive relationships between students and staff underpinning our core values of Curiosity, Aspiration, Respect and Environment, whilst engaging parents and caregivers and the wider community.
The successful applicant will be committed to building on our strengths as a school of choice through leading, implementing and reviewing the school’s Lower School Operational Plan to continue to develop successful student outcomes, within a supportive and nurturing environment.
The successful applicant will demonstrate a deep knowledge of instructional leadership and understanding of contemporary pedagogy, you will demonstrate exemplary leadership qualities and possess high level professional knowledge, to drive a whole school improvement agenda.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:
- 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;
- 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).
- Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.
Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Lesmurdie Senior High School can be found by visiting www.lesmurdie.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Kerry Chipchase, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9291 1200, or emailing kerry.chipchase@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees (one being your current line manager)
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
- Hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia;
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 5 March 2021
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.