This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension.
Our College is a nationally recognised education and training institution and a ‘school of choice’, offering students in Year 11 & 12 an innovative approach to learning. Our College is made up of four primary areas – Farm, Trade Training Centre, Class and Residential, all of which provide interactive and engaging learning programs for students. Prospective enrolments apply years in advance and undergo a rigorous application and interview process. Placements are in high demand as a result of the College’s exceptional reputation, enterprise programs and student outcomes and is currently a finalist for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in the 2024 WA Education Awards. Last year the College was awarded the 2023 WA Small Training Provider of the Year Award, and was a finalist for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in the 2023 WA Education Awards.
Our College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), offering a variety of nationally accredited certificate training courses and our facilities, plant and equipment are always at the cutting edge of industry standards. The college also offers a robust ATAR pathway which embeds the college’s enterprise systems and data within classroom learning programs to well-prepare students for post-school tertiary pathway opportunities.
The WA College of Agriculture – Cunderdin has a proven track record for continually developing competent, highly-skilled graduates that are thoroughly prepared for post-school employment, further education and/or training. The Associate Principal will play a vital role in ensuring all students perform at and reach their individual potential.
Our College is located 160kms east and less than 2 hours’ drive from the centre of Perth and 45 minutes from Northam. On-site accommodation options are available for the successful applicant in return for shared rostered residential duties with the Principal and Residential Manager.
Further information about WA College of Agriculture - Cunderdin can be found by visiting our Facebook page, Instagram page, cunderdinag.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with staff, students, parents, and the wider community. The Associate Principal will be an innovative and organised leader with a passion for working with senior school students to enhance learning outcomes for all students.
The position would ideally entail, but is not limited to the following roles and responsibilities:
- Providing whole-school leadership for the implementation of the College 2025-2027 Business Plan (currently in development)
- Utilising information systems to ensure accurate and timely reporting on school performance, which is used to inform planning and decision-making and to ensure accountability for the performance of the school
- Play a significant role in the daily management of staff and student wellbeing
- Collaborate with the Head of Curriculum, Head of Trades, Head of Residence and the Farm Manager to foster a culture of excellence and use professional knowledge and understanding to strengthen a responsive, inclusive and innovative college-based curriculum
- Implementing the context-specific teaching framework which incorporates Explicit Instruction pedagogies and STEM critical thinking processes and practices.
- Use effective change management strategies to assist the college community to accept and develop opportunities for improved service and student outcomes
- Provide strategic direction for staff and model and promote a culture of improvement of professional performance
- Manage the strategic and operational requirements of a Senior Secondary College, inclusive of (but not limited to) timetabling, Reporting to Parents (RtP), Student Information Records System (SIRS), VET, RTO compliance, staff development, performance management and recruitment.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:
Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at housing.transport@education.wa.edu.au or on (08) 9264 5154.
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 Jonathon Arnott, Principal on 08 9635 2100 or emailing jonathon.arnott@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holidays, please contact Jonathon Arnott on 0419 928 926.
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 three (3) 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/DP919498
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, 11 October 2024
Please note that Jobs WA will be unavailable from 5pm on Friday 27 September to 10pm on Sunday 29 September 2024 (AWST) due to scheduled maintenance. Applicants will not be able to submit job applications over the maintenance period.
