Principal-Range 3

Job Description

Applications close Thursday 27 February 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Full time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Principal-Range 3 Occupation: Teacher Location: Geelong Reference: 1465297Selection 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 Demonstrated capability to lead a school with a strong sense of community and provide a happy, stimulating, productive and inclusive learning environment. 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. 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. The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. 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. 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. Location Profile Whittington Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community dedicated to empowering every student to achieve excellence. Guided by our vision to be a school where all members are supported to thrive, we embody our motto, 'Empowering Young Minds,' through our core values of respect, responsibility, and resilience. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment that challenges and inspires every student to reach their full academic, social, emotional, and physical potential. At Whittington Primary School, we provide students with rich and diverse learning experiences that: Promote excellence in all areas of learning. Establish high expectations to drive success. Support students in valuing and improving their own learning journey. Foster self-esteem, confidence, independence, and responsible citizenship. Celebrate and embrace diversity, ensuring inclusivity for all. Our students engage in a broad and differentiated curriculum that nurtures creativity, resilience, and a growth mindset. Learning is designed to be rigorous and engaging, with high expectations underpinning every lesson. We recognise that teacher quality is the key to student success. Therefore, we prioritise professional learning, instructional coaching, and ongoing capacity building to ensure our educators are well-equipped to deliver the highest standards of teaching and learning. Whittington Primary School is committed to: Building a culture of high expectations where all students are empowered to excel. Providing a high-quality, rigorous curriculum tailored to individual learning needs. Cultivating a professional learning community focused on continuous improvement. Encouraging students to take ownership of their learning and develop leadership skills. Fostering resilience and ensuring students are happy, healthy, and confident learners. Actively engaging with parents, carers, and the wider community as partners in learning, working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for all students. As a school that values inclusivity and equity, we are dedicated to ensuring that every child has access to the tools and support they need to succeed. Our unwavering commitment to a positive school culture, student engagement, and quality teaching ensures that Whittington Primary School continues to be a place where young minds are empowered, inspired, and prepared for the future. Applications close Thursday 27 February 2025 at 11.59PM #J-18808-Ljbffr