AddressAdvertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP895334
This is a six (6) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency.
The successful applicant will provide educational leadership in the school and the community by helping develop and promote the school's values, ethos, and priorities and encouraging staff, volunteers from the community, and others to share ownership of the school’s vision and goals. They will use effective change management strategies to assist the school community in accepting and developing opportunities for improved service.
The successful applicant will assist the school Principal in facilitating workforce effectiveness in leading and motivating staff in planning directed at improving student outcomes and the level of service delivered by the school. They will contribute to developing the School Plan through participative decision-making, including assisting in developing policy and establishing and maintaining systems.
The successful applicant will provide educational leadership in the school and the community by helping develop and promote the school's values, ethos, and priorities and encouraging staff, volunteers from the community, and others to share ownership of the school’s vision and goals.
For more than 45 years, Wickham Primary School has offered a high-quality education for our Kindergarten to Year 6 students. We value a safe, friendly, and inclusive learning environment for staff, students and their families.
Our school is an established and integral part of the small-town community spirit that defines Wickham. Our highly experienced staff build solid relationships with students and parents by implementing our whole-school positive behaviour support program of High Expectations, Respect for all and Safety.
Through these partnerships, we are committed to helping children reach their full potential in all educational areas while supporting their social and emotional well-being. Our programs are enhanced through collaboration with associated professionals, including support staff, school psychologists and community volunteers. Wickham Primary offers various specialist programs, including physical education, music, and Indonesian.
Talk-4-Write is a whole-school evidence-based approach to transform students' reading, writing and vocabulary skills.
All school staff are committed to our whole-school programs and our strong focus on a positive school culture.
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;
- 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 Wickham Primary School can be found by visiting www.wickhamprimaryschool.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job-related information:
Please contact Alycia Groth, Deputy Principal by telephoning (08) 9185 85***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 1, 3 and 4 in context of the role and business needs of the branch
- A CV of up to three (3) pages 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.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences assessed in relation to the remaining selection criteria set out in the Job Description Form in the further stages of the recruitment process. See the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For a full outline of the role responsibilities and selection criteria, also refer to the JDF.
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 requirements;
- 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; and
- 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 Wednesday, 12 June 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
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