This is a 9 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension.
Rangeway Primary School (PS) is seeking an inspiring and dedicated leader to join our friendly team in the role of Deputy Principal.
Rangeway PS, located in Geraldton in the Midwest region, is recognised as being socio-economically disadvantaged with an Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA) value of 755 which places it in the tenth decile of social disadvantage. With an enrolment of 273, seventy-four percent (74%) of students are Aboriginal. Complex and inter-related factors such as intergenerational poverty, domestic violence, mental health issues, drugs, alcohol, poor attendance and high rates of transiency contribute to significant disadvantage factors which impact on learning potential.
Despite these disadvantage factors, staff at Rangeway PS hold high expectations for academic achievement, often achieving above ‘like school’ standards due to the supportive and collaborative environment created at the school.
Find out more about our school by visiting www.rangewayps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will manage and lead the staff and students by providing instructional curriculum and pedagogic leadership under the direction of the Principal, with a strong focus on Aboriginal community engagement.
In collaboration with the Principal, the Deputy Principal provides educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision and establishing strong relationships with students, staff and the community. The successful applicant would ideally display high level skills and knowledge of curriculum, coaching, delivering professional learning and school operations.
At Rangeway PS we are proud to have a large Aboriginal enrolment with a strong, dedicated team who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for students. With an array of strategies and programs in place to address the diverse needs of our students we encourage out of the box thinking. The successful applicant will ideally be a creative community minded leader who is passionate about incorporating Aboriginal culture and community involvement in order to make collaborative decisions about how Rangeway PS can be a place for high level teaching and learning.
The successful applicant should effectively manage student behaviour and knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice and Positive Behaviour Implementation will be highly regarded. You will ideally be able to manage a range of operational duties including student behaviour, human resourcing and interagency support in what can sometimes be a dynamic and quickly changing environment. The successful applicant will ideally possess the ability to promote cohesive relationships amongst colleagues to foster a collaborative and supportive team approach within the school.
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:
- Attractive Country Teaching Program Allowance of $8,020 per year
- 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation
- 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
- More than 20 days of other leave, including sick leave and carers’ leave
- Subsidised accommodation where applicable
- Free relocation
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 Karin Van Dongen, Principal on (08) 9968 1700 or emailing Karin.VanDongen@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 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 five (5) 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/DP929620
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, 15 November 2024