Please be advised as of 9:30am on Wednessday, 21 Sepetmebr 2022 an amendement has been made to the commencement date.

Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/DP775898

Collie Senior High School (SHS) are seeking to establish a pool of Deputy Principals for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2022 and 2023 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2022 and 2023 school year.

There will be at least on permanent postion commencing Term 4, 2022.

Collie SHS’s moral purpose is to provide opportunities for all students to develop skills, knowledge and resilience through high quality teaching, to pursue pathways of their choice. As a school we are on a school improvement journey and both Deputies are key drivers in this classroom focus on quality teaching and learning. Suitable applicants will join a strong executive team who are committed to ensuring outcomes for students.

We are committed to maintaining a positive school culture which focuses on student's honesty, respect, commitment and aspirations. We take an approach that is inclusive, explicit and supports all students in achieving academic, social and emotional success. We enjoy a positive reputation, both for the excellent educational opportunities we offer and for our high standards of achievement. Our Positive Behaviour Support helps to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour and performance.

Suitable applicants will provide educational leadership in the school and the community, by helping develop and promote the school values, ethos and priorities and encouraging staff, volunteers from the community and others to share ownership of the school’s vision and goals. Suitable applicants will ideally use effective change management strategies to assist the school community to accept and develop opportunities for improved service.

Suitable applicants will support the Principal to facilitate workforce effectiveness in leading and motivating staff in planning directed at improving outcomes for students and the level of service delivered by the school. They will play a significant role in the daily management of staff and student wellbeing and may have responsibility for management, or shared management, of all Deputy roles including the oversight of Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM).

Suitable applicants will establish and manage administrative and operational systems in the relevant area of responsibility to deliver effective school operations within legislative and industrial policy and guidelines. They will contribute to developing the School Plan through participative decision-making, including assisting in developing policy, and establishing and maintaining systems. Our current focus is individual student pathways and attendance.

The curriculum at our school is diverse and varied. The range of courses offered in the senior school includes a broad range of Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) courses leading to university, further VET training and the workforce. As a result of the implementation of such a broad selection, students have consistently successfully accessed their desired tertiary entrance. Collie SHS also utilises the School of Isolated & Distance Education to further broaden course access and personal skill development around independent learning and on-line learning.

Collie SHS is situated in a very vibrant country town just over two hour’s drive south of Perth, with all of the benefits of the South West on our doorstep. There are a wide variety of outdoor activities available in and around the town and it is an excellent starting point to explore this part of the State. GROH housing is currently available, and the position also attracts a district allowance. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a quality school within the Southwest.

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 Collie Senior High School can be found by visiting Schools Online

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information:

Please contact Ms Dale Miller, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9735 1200 or emailing Dale.Miller2@education.wa.edu.au

During the school holiday period, please contact Ms Dale Miller on 0419 909 906.

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.

Your application should include:

• A four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

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;
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check; and
• Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course.

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 Friday, 28 October 2022

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED