Please note, this advertisement has been extended and will now close on Friday, 27 September 2024
Advertised Vacancy Number: PR912678
This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
About the Role
Hedland Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a proactive, dedicated and enthusiastic principal to lead the school in 2025.
The leadership at Hedland SHS requires an enthusiastic leader who is passionate and highly effective in leading whole school improvement through a culturally responsive lens. The principal will create and sustain a student-centred learning environment built on strong relationships with the local community, working collaboratively to implement strategies to meet the diverse needs of students and their families. They will communicate effectively and vary leadership styles to obtain the best outcomes while modelling and promoting the school’s vision, mission, and values.
The successful applicant will possess excellent interpersonal skills and promote effective and distributed leadership within the school. They will promote and foster academic aspiration and engagement in an environment where achievement is celebrated. Collaborating with staff, students, parents and local cultural leaders, they will implement whole school policies, processes, and procedures, embedding a culture of professional leadership, trust, and continuous improvement for all our students and staff. The successful applicant will be a resilient and agile leader with a growth mindset.
About Hedland Senior High School
Hedland SHS is an Independent Public School located in the Pilbara and caters for students from year 7 to 12. The school prides itself on the diverse pathways it can offer students, including ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank), General and VET (Vocational Education and Training) pathways, as well as our Success Programs and the Big Picture Learning Credential. Hedland SHS is also part of the BHP Pilbara Education Partnership.
Located in the economic powerhouse of Port Hedland, Hedland SHS is proud to be home to one of the largest Vocational Education and Training offerings in the state. Students are provided with opportunities to excel in their chosen fields. The state-of-the-art Trade Training Centre is equipped with modern technology and resources, facilitates hands on learning and practical experience, and is designed to inspire students to strive for excellence in their technical skills. Hedland SHS have forged strong relationships with leading industry partners.
Find out more about Hedland Senior High School by visiting HedlandSHS.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Living in Port Hedland means being part of a vibrant community, where you can excel in your career while enjoying a diverse, multicultural town, with ancient Aboriginal heritage from the Kariyarra people, a thriving arts and culture scene, stunning landscapes, and a down-to-earth lifestyle. Making friends is easy with something on offer for everyone, with all major sporting, hobby and interest groups covered.
For more information on what the Port Hedland lifestyle has to offer, visit the Town of Port Hedland website, Destination – Port Hedland and watch We are a Port Town.
For Further Job Related Information
Full details of the role, including selection criteria and eligibility and training requirements, are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more specific information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Ashley King, Director of Education, on 08 9185 0108 or Ashley.King@education.wa.edu.au.
Equity and Diversity
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.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, please complete the online application form that includes details of 2 work related referees (one being your current line manager), and attach the following:
- A 4 page statement addressing the selection criteria (found in the attached JDF), in the context of the role and business needs of the school;
- A CV of up to 3 pages that includes your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
Please refer to the attached for further information on how to apply. It is recommended you consider all information contained in the advertisement any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, or if you do not receive a confirmation email once submitted, please contact us for assistance on 08 9264 8317.
Subsequent Appointments
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 27 September 2024.
