This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025
Since opening in 2012 with 480 students, our school has grown and evolved, reaching nearly 1000 students at its peak. Today, we serve approximately 420 students, supported by a dedicated team of 50 staff. We also host the Meadow Springs Education Support Centre, which provides support for an additional 70 students, with 60 staff. Both schools proudly share the mantra, ‘Two Schools, One Community’.
Meadow Springs Primary School (PS) strives to meet the dynamic needs of the students and the community it serves. We are an inclusive community that lives, laughs and learns with every child to support and challenge their personal best. Our moral purpose is to prepare every student to be active contributors to their community and lifelong learners who are the best versions of themselves.
We offer a range of specialist programs, including Science, Physical Education, Music, Digital Technologies, and Languages Other Than English (Indonesian).
Find out more about our school by visiting Meadow Springs Primary School or Schools Online
The Role
Meadow Springs PS is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Deputy Principal (DP) to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator with strong leadership skills and a commitment to supporting the holistic development of students. We are looking for a high-performing individual with the following attributes: a passion for continuous learning, trustworthiness, resilience, strong interpersonal skills, self-awareness, and a drive to excel.
As part of a dynamic and vibrant school community, the successful applicant should work in a collaborative and solutions-focused environment. You will ideally balance both independent leadership and teamwork, managing your portfolio to a high standard. The ideal candidate will ideally have well-developed emotional intelligence, be reflective in their practice, and demonstrate a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
As DP, you should take ownership of a dynamic and evolving portfolio aligned with the strengths and needs of the leadership team and school community. The successful candidate will ideally be a visible, hands-on leader who brings proven management and leadership experience, a high level of professional knowledge, and a commitment to excellence in all areas of school life.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff to plan, deliver, and continually improve a guaranteed and viable curriculum, grounded in data-informed decision-making and evidence-based best practices.
- Leading and managing school improvement initiatives, driving change and innovation to ensure the strategic goals outlined in the Business Plan are reflected in classroom practices and planning.
- Monitoring and supporting student progress, ensuring that academic, social, and emotional needs are met through effective case management.
- Building strong partnerships with families, organizations, and external services to ensure the best outcomes for all students.
The ideal applicant will:
- Be a dynamic, high-performing educational leader with a proven track record of successful leadership and management.
- Exhibit strong professional knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Have the capability to manage change and innovation effectively, ensuring the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives.
- Be dedicated to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Possess strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with staff, students, and the wider community.
Professional Benefits
Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.
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 Troy Withers, Principal on 0475961781 or Troy.Withers@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.
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 (1) being your current principal
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) 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/SA940390
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, 6 December 2024
