Address Job Description
Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Full time / From 15/04/2024 - 14/04/2029
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Teacher
Reference: 1401349
Selection Criteria
(a) Vision and values
Demonstrated capacity to create a shared vision, define and gain acceptance of school goals and set and communicate expectations for effective performance.
(b) Teaching and Learning
Demonstrated ability to manage the quality of teaching and create a positive culture of challenge, support and collaboration.
(c) Improvement, Innovation and Change
Demonstrated capacity to produce and implement clear, evidence-based improvement plans and policies and lead innovation and change.
(d) Management
Demonstrated capacity to ensure that the school's human, physical and financial resources are efficiently allocated and managed.
(e) Development
Demonstrated capacity to create a professional learning community that is focused on the continuous improvement of teaching and learning, supporting all staff to achieve high standards and commitment to their own learning and wellbeing.
(f) Engagement
Demonstrated capacity to develop positive relationships with students, parents/families and the local community and participate in and contribute to system-level activities.
(g) Community Criterion
A demonstrated ability to promote the care, development and growth of all aspects of Preston North East Primary School along with an ability to engage the whole school community, promote student and community wellbeing and provide a happy, stimulating and productive learning environment that projects the school in a positive light.
Role
The role of the principal is to lead and manage the planning, delivery, evaluation and improvement of the education of all students in a community through the deployment of resources provided by the Department and the school community.
At the same time, the principal, as executive officer of the school council, must ensure that adequate and appropriate advice is provided to the council on educational and other matters, that the decisions of the council are implemented and that adequate support and resources are provided for the conduct of council meetings.
Responsibilities
The principal is accountable for the overall management and development of the school within statewide guidelines and Government policies. A clear set of accountabilities, which distinguish their work from other members of the Teaching Service and the education community are set out in detail in the contract of employment.
The core accountabilities of all principals are to:
ensure the delivery of a comprehensive education program to all students
be executive officer of the school council.
establish and manage financial systems in accordance with the Department and school council requirements.
represent the Department in the school and the local community.
implement decisions of the school council.
contribute to system-wide activities, including policy and strategic planning and development.
manage and integrate the resources available to the school.
appropriately involve staff, students and the community in the development, implementation and review of school policies, programs and operations.
report to the Department, school community, parents and students on the achievements of the school and of individual students as appropriate.
Who May Apply
Appropriately qualified individuals currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
EEO AND OHS Commitment
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
DE Values
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Conditions of Employment
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
VIT LANTITE
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.
VAPA Requirement
To be eligible for appointment as a principal a person must either already be a Principal or have met the Victorian Aspiring Principal Assessment (VAPA) requirement as follows:
For principal positions advertised between 1 August 2021 and 31 December 2021 a person will be required to have registered to undertake the VAPA before being appointed to a principal position.
For principal positions advertised on or after from 1 January 2022 a person must have completed the VAPA and be provided with a statement of readiness before they can be appointed to a principal position.
Location Profile
1. Guiding Principles
Since opening in 1957 we have evolved, improved and maintained a reputation for our emphasis on both curriculum and student welfare. The school aims to provide a happy, secure and supportive environment where decision making, problem solving, critical thinking and environmental issues are developed as children become responsible for their learning.
The school procedures and practices are based on:
An open and consultative management approach that promotes shared problem solving, task assessment and action appraisal.
Clearly stated policies and programs that reflect current initiatives and have stated obtainable goals.
A commitment to the development of an ongoing quality learning environment that develops skills, recognises abilities and celebrates achievement.
Environmentally sound attitudes and habits that reflect an understanding of the world around us.
Students are valued and encouraged to develop pride and respect for their school, parents and the community. Leadership programs are offered in a variety of areas, which enable students to develop sound skills for future needs. The staff is committed to developing the school's ethos and work as a team in following the school¿s long term plans.
2. Location and Environment
Primary School No 4764 Preston North East is situated close to Northland Shopping Centre, public transport and parks, at the corner of Laurel and Tyler Streets in East Preston. Plenty Road lies to the north, Murray Road to the south, with Albert Street to the west. Darebin Creek is an important natural boundary to the east.
The school has an extensive catchment area which covers parts of Preston, Reservoir and Heidelberg.
3. Curriculum
Preston North East Primary School offers a challenging and comprehensive curriculum that equips children with the necessary skills and knowledge to become well-adjusted adults and contributing members of the community.
The school maintains an extensive curriculum in the areas of English, Mathematics, LOTE ¿ Italian, Inquiry, Science, Technology, Health & Physical Education and The Arts.
Classroom support is provided in Integration, English as an Additional Language (EAL), Reading Intervention, and the school Prep Transition Program ¿ School Readiness. Students also access inter-school sport, camping and a variety of excursions.
The school caters for newly arrived students through exemplary programs that have been established in the areas of EAL.
The school is committed to fostering well established links with neighbouring educational settings with staff cooperating closely to ensure that curriculum continuity, shared resourcing and transition arrangements are well developed.
School Council plays an active role in school plans, implementing DE guidelines and other local initiatives.
4. Facilities
Preston North East provides a wide range of facilities, both educational and recreational, that are utilised by the school and its community. The school grounds are highlighted by extensive synthetic soccer field, running track and play areas; award winning gardens; security-fenced safe playing area; basketball courts and new playground equipment. Shade sails reflect the school's commitment to Sunsmart practices. Information & Communication Technology continues to be a high priority with networked computers in classrooms. An emphasis is placed on current technology with all classrooms having Interactive White Boards. Students also access numerous netbooks and iPads. Other facilities include canteen, hall, art room, and library, facilities for the disabled, outdoor sporting facilities and staff car park.
5. School Structure/Organisation
Preston North East has a current enrolment of 210 students. Students with a language background other than English (EAL) make up 50% of the enrolment. There are 10% First Nations students. The Integration Aides support several integrated students with multicultural aides supporting our EAL students from Vietnamese, Chinese and Arabic speaking communities.
In 2024 the school will have 11 classes. The average number of students per class in FND ¿ Year 6 is 21 students.
Staffing Profile: The school in 2024 has the following staff:
11 classroom teachers, 1 Assistant Principal and 1 Principal;
0.6 EAL/Tutor Coordinator.
2.6 Specialist Staff.
1.0 support staff.
6. Future Plans
Curriculum
The school belongs to the Yarra/Darebin cluster of schools. We feel confident and excited about developing staff that are better equipped to deal with improving educational outcomes and believe that this will make a considerable difference in raising academic achievements. The school works with other schools to implement the Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO).
7. Facilities
Preston North East has excellent facilities with the addition of a brand new wing in 2018 which includes 10 classrooms and an art room. We recently installed an Indigenous garden in the yard.
