Deputy Principal

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/DP884767

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency

Jerramungup District High School (HS) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Deputy Principal to join their team.

The successful applicant will be highly organised and versatile, ideally with practical leadership experience in actioning whole-school directions. Experience in leading teaching and learning in a diverse Kindergarten to Year 10 setting and a passion for working with children and staff will be highly regarded. Focus areas for 2024 are: empowering excellence in teaching and learning, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, and achieving a connected school community.

As such, key roles for the successful applicant will include but are not limited to: leading curriculum from Kindergarten to Year 10; promoting quality teaching and reflective practice to support effective learning of our students; providing strong student services support across the school; creating and maintaining links with the wider community; and providing leadership to teachers who have students with disabilities or difficulties.

In collaboration with the Principal and highly dedicated teaching staff, the Deputy Principal provides educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision and facilitating workforce effectiveness. You will work as part of a dedicated team and have the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to our school community.

Jerramungup District HS is located in the wheat and sheep farming community of Jerramungup, 440km southeast of Perth. It is situated within the Fitzgerald Biosphere, which is part of the acclaimed Fitzgerald National Park, located nearby to the east of Jerramungup. With the school motto 'Strive to Achieve', students achieve high standards of academic and social achievement through participation and engagement in the school's inclusive, safe and stimulating learning environments.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:

• 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.
• 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).
• Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.

Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further information about Jerramungup District High School can be found by visiting www.jerramungupdhs.wa.edu.au  or Schools Online

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information:

Please contact Mrs Haidee Robb, Principal by telephoning (08) 983526***or emailing ***********@education.wa.edu.au

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements, in context of the role and business needs of the branch
• A CV of up to two (2) outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

 Employees will be required to:

• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment.
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
• Meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration
• Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
• Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter.
• Complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement.
• Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4:30pm (WST) on Thursday, 21 March 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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