Principal, University of Canberra High School Kaleen | Full-time Permanent

Classification: School Leader A 2
Salary: $194,962 plus superannuation
Position No: 01665
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 04 April 2024
Contact Officer: Sam Seton on *************@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 8***

Details: University of Canberra High School Kaleen (UCHSK) is situated in the Belconnen region of Canberra with students from a richly diverse range of backgrounds from years 7 to 10. It is a growing school, with approximately 562 enrolments.

UCHSK is a professional learning community, committed to working collaboratively and focusing on learning and results. Their dedicated staff maintain high expectations of the students, academically and socially; challenging and supporting students to achieve their best.

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) is an evidence-based school-wide approach that supports student behaviour to improve social and academic outcomes for all students. The school and the community created the PBL Behaviour Expectation Matrix and now work together to uphold expectations of being Safe and Respectful Learners. Students demonstrate these expectations through agreed example behaviours that are displayed all around the school on posters and television screens.

The school thrives on a foundation of strong relationships, where individuals are valued, and all student needs are met. There are high expectations of student behaviour and academic endeavour strives to create strong community links with and an enthusiastic student body and a supportive school board and P&C.

Eligibility/Other requirements:

• Prior to commencing in this role a minimum of four years full time (or equivalent) tertiary study leading to the award of a recognised school teaching qualification
• A current full teaching registration with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) (or eligibility for teacher registration with the ACT TQI) and
• A current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au)

How to apply: Please provide a Statement of Claims based on the School Leader Leadership Capabilities outlined in the Position Description (maximum six pages). A current curriculum vitae (two pages) and contact information for two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.

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