This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
Coogee Primary School (PS) is driven by the belief that every student is capable of successful learning.
We seek to enhance our understanding of and commitment to the needs and aspirations of our students, their families and the broader community whilst building and maintaining positive and caring relationships.
Find out more about our school by visiting coogeeps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
Coogee PS is seeking a highly motivated and efficient Deputy Principal to join their team. In collaboration with the Principal and members of the administrative team, the Deputy Principal provides educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the School Vision and facilitating workforce effectiveness.
The students of Coogee PS are at the centre of every decision we make. Students are engaged in a stimulating learning program that builds upon existing skills and knowledge and motivates them to pursue goals and achieve their potential.
The successful applicant will utilise their skills and knowledge to support the delivery of the School Business Plan (here), especially in the Kindergarten – Year 2 context. They will be able to clearly display an understanding of and commitment to the following practices principles:
- High expectations for every student promotes intellectual, behavioural and social and emotional engagement.
- A supportive and productive learning environment promotes inclusion and collaboration.
- Differentiated and engaging teaching that follows a structured, rigorous approach including quality feedback improves student outcomes.
- Knowledge of content allows for purposeful and engaging learning experiences.
- Evidence-based strategies drive professional practice improvement.
- Partnerships with families, communities and agencies support the educational engagement of every student.
- Active partnerships promote and support student and staff wellbeing.
They will also display a commitment to whole school strategies and approaches such as Talk4Writing; Talk4Reading; Sounds-Write/Spelling Mastery, CARS and STARS and Oxford Maths.
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 Paul Burke, Principal, on (08) 6595 4900 or emailing Paul.Burke@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: IPS/DP930800
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 Thursday, 7 November 2024.
