AddressTogether we Learn, Lead and Achieve
Montmorency South is seeking a highly motivated, positive and innovative Assistant Principal- Student Wellbeing and Inclusion, who is committed to working as part of the leadership team, and collaborating with teaching and ES staff, students, families and the wider school community.
Montmorency South is an inclusive learning community where students are inspired to be respectful, creative, curious and independent learners. We believe that every person in our Montmorency South school community has the capacity to assist each student in attaining our vision.
Staff at Montmorency South employ the principles of inclusive education for all learners and implement evidence-based pedagogies to deliver the Victorian Curriculum Levels F-6 through systematic and scaffolded practices. To support the implementation of the outcomes of Learning and Wellbeing, we embed a tiered response to student learning that focuses on curriculum and academic rigour; and wellbeing, safety, and care at the universal (tier 1), targeted (tier 2) and individual levels (tier 3).
The overall learning program is supported by the Tribes framework. The purpose of the Tribes process is to assure the healthy development of every child so that each one has the knowledge, skills and resiliency to be successful in a rapidly changing world. As part of Tribes, five agreements are honoured; attentive listening, appreciations/no put downs, mutual respect, the right to think and to do your personal best. As part of a whole school approach to students¿ mental health and wellbeing the school has engaged with Berry Street and adopted the Berry Street Education Model.
We have a range of specialist programs on offer at Montmorency South. Our French program covers all classes from Prep to 6 and the school also runs the highly successful Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden (SAKG) program in years 3-6. Many opportunities are provided for students to develop leadership skills and they can also participate in extra-curricular activities during and outside of school hours. We have several student clubs that run at lunchtime to support student learning and wellbeing.
Located in leafy surrounds, with abundant areas for sport and recreation, Montmorency South provides the perfect setting for our students¿ primary education. Student enrolment in 2024 is 617. We have 57 equivalent full-time staff with three principal class. All classes are straight grades and teachers work in PLC teams to plan the programs for students.
Community involvement in the school is high and is vital to the running of our school. We have a very proactive School Council and Parents and Friends group, who organise and run several fundraising events throughout the school year. Both of these groups play a pivotal role in furthering the strong sense of community that is a trademark of Montmorency South Primary School.
