Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP828186
This is a permanent part-time (0.5FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2023
Two Rocks Primary School (PS) is seeking an energetic and innovative Associate Principal to join their admin team.
There is a possibility that the FTE of this position may increase over time.
Ideally applicants will possess excellent interpersonal skills and have proven success in building and maintaining strong professional relationships with staff, students, parents, networks and the wider school community.
The successful applicant will ideally be a strong leader, highly motivated and innovative, with strengths in the development of whole school curriculum and student engagement, as well as a high level of organisational skills to work with our team to incorporate strategic intent into operational plans which maximise student engagement, motivation and achievement.
Applicants should have a sound understanding of managing students at educational risk and utilising resourcing effectively to provide opportunities for students to reach their potential. Proven ability to establish relationships and work with diverse groups is highly desirable.
The Associate Principal will work as an active member of the leadership team leading in a number of key areas focusing on effective classroom practice, the curriculum, data analysis, whole school approaches and building a successful culture across the school. In addition, the Deputy Principal will develop and establish important relationships with our parents who represent diverse communities of different cultural and language backgrounds, building our sense of community with inclusion a strong focus.
Our school is committed to delivering quality schooling for our community. We cater for over 400 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Students' needs are met by the school, a highly supportive administrative team, professional teachers, and support staff.
The school prides itself on meeting the needs of the students. Gifted students are catered for using classroom extension and students with learning difficulties are placed on Individual Education Programs where their progress is regularly monitored. Senior students are encouraged to take leadership roles in the school to prepare them for their future roles in society.
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 Two Rocks Primary School can be found by visiting tworocks.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Elizabeth Wildish, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9562 8300 or emailing Elizabeth.Wildish@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 four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to two (2) 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 and training requirements
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;
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 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 Tuesday, 20 June 2023.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
