Advertised Vacancy Number: PR931105
This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible 24 month extension.
About the Role
The successful applicant will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a school culture that promotes positive relationships between students, staff, parents and the broader community in the school's educational work of the school to ensure the school is culturally responsive.
Principals are responsible for being innovative and creative in establishing systems and structures to foster academic development and improve students' social and emotional development. They are also responsible for engaging a diverse school community in the school's educational programs.
Principals are committed to continuous school improvement and the development of the instructional program, particularly the pedagogy of beginning teachers. They also build networks with other agencies, including involvement in the West Kimberley Network, and services in the community to benefit school programs.
As Principal of Looma Remote Community School (RCS), you will manage and maintain education practises that ensure a comprehensive educational program for all students in this remote community. The school is part of the Kimberley Schools Project, which involves the four pillars of Targeted Teaching, Attendance, Community Engagement and Early Years. The 0-3 Kindi-Link program follows the 3A Principles, aligned with the Kimberley Schools Project as well as Literacy intervention programs across all phases of learning. In the senior school, the focus is on work readiness and VET (Vocational Education and Training) programs.
Additionally, Looma RCS delivers best-practice education for students with special needs. The successful applicant will initiate and lead the review of school policies to support the inclusive engagement and full participation of students with disabilities, diagnosed or imputed, and ensure compliance with legislative and/or system policies.
The school places significant focus on ensuring the voice of Aboriginal parents is reflected in the actions, strategic directions of the parents and community members through a school community partnership. With over 95% of our student population and 50% of staff being of Aboriginal heritage, understanding the educational and social challenges of a remote setting and being able to work in a culturally responsive manner is essential to this role.
The Principal will be required to continue with the Aboriginal workforce planning, which provides career and employment pathways for senior students and Looma community members. The school has a policy of ensuring all families and Language groups are represented on staff.
About Looma Remote Community School
The school is located in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, approximately 130 km southeast of Derby, some 30 km (dirt road) south of the Derby to Fitzroy Crossing Highway. The school services the Looma Aboriginal Community (390-410 people) and the town of Camballin (30-40 people), approximately fifteen minutes from the school. Looma Community is built at the base of the picturesque Grant Range, and the school enjoys magnificent vistas of the surrounding hills and rock formations that give Looma its name.
Looma Community is relatively young, established in the 1970s, and has developed steadily in a short period of time. The population comprises of three major groups; Walmajarri, Nyikina, and Mangala.
The name 'Looma' is Walmajarri for 'blue tongue lizard'; and the lizard is the school and community logo. A traditional legend traces the history of a 'Looma,' which travelled from Christmas Creek with its children to escape a big flood.
Find out more about Looma Remote Community School by visiting Schools Online.
For Further Job Related Information
Full details of the role, including selection criteria and eligibility and training requirements, are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more specific information on the role and responsibilities, please contact Paul Bridge, Director of Education, on 08 9192 0800 or Paul.Bridge@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.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, please complete the online application form that includes details of 3 work related referees (one being your current line manager), and attach the following:
- A 3 page statement addressing the selection criteria (found in the attached JDF), in context of the role and business needs of the school;
- A CV of up to 5 pages that includes your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
Please refer to the attached for further information on how to apply. It is recommended you consider all information contained in the advertisement any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, or if you do not receive a confirmation email once submitted, please contact us for assistance on 08 9264 8317.
Subsequent Appointments
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.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 4 November 2024.
