Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP792827
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2023
Yuluma Primary School (PS) is seeking a fixed-term Deputy Principal for the 2023 school year.
The successful applicant should be experienced and passionate in leading staff to meet the needs of all students, including those with special needs and challenging behaviours. You will ideally have a thorough understanding and knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and be able to lead explicit and inclusive teaching practices. You will be expected to support major school directions, as outlined in our business plan, and be committed to whole school approaches and initiatives. The successful applicant will ideally be confident in working collaboratively, have effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to create positive relationships with staff, students, and families to promote success. The successful applicant will ideally have a strong sense of initiative and be able to effectively manage time and deadlines within a busy environment. Experience in leading explicit instruction, Special Education Needs (SEN), Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma-informed practice would be highly regarded.
Yuluma PS is a level four, Independent Public School for Kindergarten – Year 6 students. The catchment area is the suburb of Innaloo with its diverse cultural and socio-economic background that enriches the student base. Our staff consists of skilled and experienced educators who are all committed to our vision and school motto ‘Learning and Growing Together’.
The school provides a welcoming, friendly and caring learning environment where students are encouraged to model our key values of responsibility, respect, care and striving to do their best. The successful applicants should possess excellent interpersonal skills, and should have highly proficient, evidence-based teaching and learning capabilities. Applicants will also ideally have the skills to form positive relationships that engage and motivate students to achieve their academic, social and emotional goals and work collaboratively with their colleagues to achieve this.
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 Yuluma Primary School can be found by visiting yulumaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Janine Moses, Principal by telephoning (08) 9416 9850 or emailing Janine.moses@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 who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably 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;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course;
- 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 Thursday, 8 December 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.