Appointment Pool
Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/DP821820
Malvern Spring Primary School (PS) is 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 2023 school year and up to the end of Term 2, 2024. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2023 school year, up to the end of Term 2, 2024.
In collaboration with the Principal and other members of the leadership team, the Deputy Principal should provide educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and supporting staff across the school to achieve our whole school initiatives and Business Plan targets; these include coaching and mentoring of staff, whole school teaching and learning approaches and programs, data analysis as the basis for evidence-based decision making, positive behaviour management, case management of students around behaviour and attendance.
Suitable applicants will ideally demonstrate an understanding of current research and practice in high impact and explicit instruction and have experience in providing strategic knowledge in achieving and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement. Ideally, they will also demonstrate a capacity to provide instructional leadership in Literacy and Numeracy.
The school holds the principles of high expectations, effective teaching, student and staff wellbeing, parental and community involvement and whole school approaches.
Malvern Springs PS has an excellent collaborative working environment with a culture that reflects a dedicated and hardworking staff who are committed to the students across the school. As a staff we have shared ownership, accountability and responsibility for the school's performance, progress and success of the students.
Suitable applicants should be committed, resilient, flexible and highly motivated to work in a dynamic team environment. They should ideally have high level interpersonal skills and hold high expectations of success for every student.
Malvern Springs PS, is an Independent Public School catering for children from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are proud of our school and its multicultural community where we foster positive relationships with parents and local community groups.
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 Malvern Springs PS can be found by visiting malvernspringsps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.
For further job related information:
Please contact Penny Reynolds, Principal by telephoning 08 6296 8240 or emailing Penny.Reynolds@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.
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 two to three (2-3) 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, 23 June 2023
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED
