Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP478481
This is a permanent part-time (0.6FTE) position commencing Term 2, 2017
Narrogin Primary School (PS) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Deputy Principal to join their friendly team.
As part of the administrative team at Narrogin PS, the successful applicant will support staff to continually be in the pursuit of excellence. Of particular importance will be to focus on developing successful students, excellence in teaching and learning, strong and empowering leadership across the school, and, a safe, supportive and positive learning environment with strong connections with our local community. Each of these focus areas shape our day-to-day work and in order to deliver them we commit to implementing strategies and critically reflect on our effectiveness.
The successful applicant will have the ability to create a positive culture of challenge and support, enabling effective teaching that promotes enthusiastic, independent learners, committed to lifelong learning. They will develop a culture of effective teaching, for leading, designing and managing the quality of teaching and learning, and for students’ achievement in all aspects of their development. They will set high expectations for the whole school through careful collaborative planning, monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of learning. The successful applicant will set high standards of behaviour and attendance, encouraging active engagement and a strong student voice, and work with and through others to build a professional learning community that is focused on continuous improvement of teaching and learning. They will support others to build capacity and treat people fairly and with respect, and work with others to produce and implement clear, evidence based improvement plans and policies for the development of the school and its facilities. They will embrace diversity of the wider school community and the education systems and sectors, and develop and maintain positive partnerships with students, families and carers, and all those associated with the wider school community.
Narrogin PS provides quality education for all students, based on the Australian Curriculum, maximising learning opportunities and preparing each child for life. Our curriculum caters for the social, emotional, physical, academic, cultural, and creative needs of individuals in a safe and supportive environment. We take a personal approach to encourage our students to be life-long learners and active citizens in the wider community.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be appointed to 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 Narrogin Primary School can be found by visiting Schools Online
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For further job related information:
Please contact David Harrison, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9881 1200 or emailing David.Harrison@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.
You are required to attach a personal resume and covering letter outlining your skills and experiences in relation to the position. 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
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; and
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- complete the Department’s induction program within three 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 Wednesday, 15 March 2017
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
