This is a permanent full time position commencing Term 1, 2025.
Darlington Primary School (PS) has a long tradition of providing a quality education to students from Kindergarten to Year 6.
Key features of our school include the early learning centre for students in Kindergarten and Pre-primary; our magnificent amphitheatre; and our classroom and lunch shed which is recognised by the National Trust as having historical significance.
Our school motto of 'Resilience, Initiative, Integrity and Care' is regularly demonstrated in the actions of our students who achieve well both academically and socially. Our specialist programs are Music, Visual Art, Italian, Science and Physical Education. These ensure our students receive a well-rounded, quality education.
Find out more about our school by visiting darlingtonps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Darlington PS is a highly academic environment where students enjoy school and the stability this offers. Our staff work collaboratively with the school’s leadership team, and the community to ensure progress and positive outcomes for all students. As a Deputy Principal, you should contribute to the leadership of our school culture and promote learning that is supported by a deep belief that every student is capable of success.
You should have the capacity and resilience to develop others while working collaboratively to ensure whole school initiatives and Business Plan targets are achieved. These initiatives include improving literacy and numeracy outcomes, effective data analysis, curriculum differentiation, sustainability, STEAM, teacher self-reflection, parental engagement and ongoing implementation of the Aboriginal Cultural Standards. The school has embedded Talk for Writing as a centrepiece of the Literacy program.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have highly developed knowledge of the Western Australian curriculum in addition to knowledge of current research and evidence-based practices. A capacity to lead the Early Learning team would be desirable.
This role requires a high level of interpersonal skills and ability to build close and lasting relationships with our school community. Approximately 0.4 FTE of this role includes classroom teaching.
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 Andrew Newhouse, Principal on (08) 9257 4000 or emailing andrew.newhouse@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 (1) 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 four (4) 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: SS/DP926440
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 Monday, 11 November 2024
