This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2024
At Ellenbrook Primary School (PS) we prepare children for lifelong learning by providing a positive, caring and cooperative environment that promotes equality, respect, creativity, self-esteem and the pursuit of personal excellence.
Located in the rapidly growing north-eastern corridor of Perth, Ellenbrook PS is the oldest, largest and most established primary school in the Ellenbrook area.
Find out more about our school by visiting ellenbrookps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Ellenbrook PS is seeking a highly motivated educator with excellent leadership qualities for the role of Deputy Principal – Intensive English Centre.
Under the Principal’s direction and working with the executive team, the Deputy Principal should provide educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school’s Vision, Business Plan and strategic directions across the school community. A significant responsibility of the Deputy Principal should be to embed and maintain aspects of the school culture that promote positive relationships between students and staff and engages parents, caregivers and the wider community in the educational work of the school.
As Ellenbrook PS has an explicit teaching focus, the successful applicant will ideally display aptitude for this philosophy and embrace our highly developed pedagogical practices. As our Deputy Principal, you should coordinate and liaise with Curriculum and Student Services Leaders in content following our whole school priorities.
The successful applicant should also possess extensive knowledge in whole school approaches to curriculum, data analysis, and the ability to successfully assist staff with identifying key areas of focus to support the school’s Vision, Business Plan and Operational Plans. It is recommended that applicants have an understanding of the Ellenbrook PS Business Plan, Instructional handbook, Instructional Coaching focus, policies and procedures, which are on the Ellenbrook PS website.
They should lead collaborative teams in the setting and monitoring of a cohesive, connected approach to curriculum and pedagogical development across the school whilst supporting the educational needs of students.
We are excited to announce the opening of our Intensive English Centre (IEC) in 2025 at Ellenbrook PS and are seeking a dedicated and visionary Deputy Principal to lead this initiative. The Deputy Principal will play a pivotal role in the establishment and management of the IEC. This role involves strategic planning, curriculum development, staff management, and community engagement to ensure the successful integration of the IEC into our school community.
Key Responsibilities may include:
- coordinate the enrolment of students from new families
- raise awareness of the role and functions of the IEC
- contribute to the development and promotion of the IEC
- provide EALD (English as an Additional Language or Dialect) educational leadership in the school and the community
- manage the IEC program
- liaise with the Statewide Services EALD team
- create and maintain partnerships with outside organisations and service providers
- manage the modification of the Western Australian Curriculum in the IEC context to ensure effective language learning support for students
- develop processes to monitor the effectiveness of the IEC program
- manage, in consultation with the principal, the human, financial, and physical resources to meet the educational and organisational objectives of the IEC.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tony Shields, Principal, on 0427 908 806 or emailing anthony.shields@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.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A five (5) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated 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.
- Demonstrated 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).
- Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP916525
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.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 13 September 2024
