AddressWe have an exciting and rewarding full-time opportunity available at our Duncraig Campus for a Deputy Head of Secondary (Teaching and Learning) to commence Term 3, 2024 or by negotiation.
THE ROLE
The Deputy Head of Secondary (Teaching and Learning) will have specific oversight for Secondary Curriculum matters (Year 7-12) while operating within the context of a PK – 12 school model.
The Deputy of Teaching and Learning will be expected to continue to drive the excellent work of the Secondary School and provide leadership and operational management for the effective running of the Secondary School.
The Deputy of Teaching and Learning will also be responsible for the leadership and day to day management of staff, monitoring and reporting on academic progress for Years 7-12, in collaboration with key stakeholders, the Deputy of Teaching and Learning is responsible for ensuring a smooth transition for students into appropriate pathways and courses; ensuring they can flourish, thrive and be successful and track record of developing and implementing change management processes that deliver best-practice pedagogy.
The Deputy of Teaching and Learning will work in close collaboration with the Deputy Head of Secondary (Care) Duncraig as well as the Deputy Heads of Primary (Duncraig) and the Deputy Headsof Secondary and Primary (Carramar).
We are looking for a professional with a proven track record of developing and implementing change management processes that deliver best-practice pedagogy, and is able to provide high quality, consistent outcomes in student learning.
More details and Job Description available on our Website - https://www.ststephens.wa.edu.au/our-school/who-we-are/employment/
Benefits:
St Stephen's School has been recognised in The Educator Magazine’s 5 -Star Excellence Award, as a National Employer of Choice in 2021 and 2023. We are one of 20 schools nationwide and one of only 2 schools in Western Australia to have been recognised with this Award.
We offer more than just a job; we offer benefits to enhance your work life, help you grow, and celebrate your achievements. Employment benefits include:
- Fee on-site parking
- Staff Wellness Initiatives eg Annual Staff Expo and Wellness Day
- Novated leasing and salary packaging
- Staff Discount on School Fees
- Long Service Leave after 7 years
- Special Leave, Study Leave, Infectious Diseases Leave
HOW TO APPLY
Your application must include all 3 sections:
- Covering Letter addressed to Donella Beare, Principal, St Stephen's School
- Curriculum Vitae - limited to 5 pages
- Statement addressing the Selection Criteria, limited to 5 pages (combine your Covering letter and Statement into one document)
Selection Criteria (Each point to be addressed)
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and eligibility for registration with the TRBWA.
- The Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Act 2004 applies for anyone working in child related employment
- Substantial School leadership experience and the ability to lead, inspire and direct Heads of Learning Areas.
- Well developed knowledge of curriculum and pedagogy development.
- Experience in managing pathways and courses.
- Strong understanding of internal and external assessment policies and reporting requirements
- Outstanding communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Superior organisation, planning and project management capabilities.
- Exceptional problem solving, negotiation and conflict management strengths.
- Highly developed research, analytical and reporting skills to identify academic trends.
- Experience in and a preparedness to contribute to the School’s camping, retreat and extra-curricular programs.
- Be able to role model Christian behaviour in all aspects of the role
Desirable
- Innovative, be flexible and be capable of independent work
- Budget management experience
Other
- An ability to foster positive relationships with students, with a commitment to their personal growth
- Participation in appropriate professional contributions to the learning area beyond the School.
- Always act in a manner that seeks to enhance the safety culture and performance of the school.
- Promote a high level of compliance to the Safety and Wellbeing policies, procedures and programmes through effective leadership
- Contribute to and participate in Work Health and Safety induction and training sessions
- Participate in the injury management and return to work process for staff returning from a work and/or non-work related injury or illness
- Willingness to positively and actively contribute to the Christian culture of the School
CLOSING DATE - Friday 17th May 2024 at 9am
The successful candidate must hold a current Australian working visa.
St Stephen's School is fully committed to the protection of children. Successful applicants must satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's child protection policies and Staff Code of Conduct.
Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw St Stephen's School jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date
