Location: Melbourne Northern MetropolitanJob type: Full time / From 28/01/2025Organisation: Schools (Government)Salary: Salary not specifiedOccupation: TeacherReference: Selection Criteria SC 1 Educational LeadershipOutstanding capacity for visionary and exemplary educational leadership of a school.Highly developed skills in leading and managing change including the leadership of others in the process of change.SC 2 Financial, Managerial and Administrative AbilityOutstanding financial, organisational and resource management skills.SC 3 Planning, Policy and Program Development and ReviewExemplary values appropriate to the development of student learning with a demonstrated capacity to achieve high quality student outcomes.Demonstrated ability to implement Department policies to a high level.An understanding of, and commitment to, the use of learning technologies to improve teaching and learning.SC 4 Leadership of Staff and StudentsA highly developed capacity to motivate staff, develop their talents and build an effective team.A clear capacity to foster a learning environment that takes account of the individual needs of students and helps students to develop their special abilities and talents.SC 5 Interpersonal and Communication SkillsHighly developed interpersonal and communication skills in individual, small group and community contexts.Exemplary values pertaining to personal qualities of objectivity, sensitivity and integrity.An ability to work with parents and the community to develop a strong learning environment.SC 6 Community CriteriaOutstanding capacity to develop a positive whole school culture of inclusion and wellbeing in which all students benefit from multitiered systems of support and evidence-based teaching that aligns with how students learn.Please note - No more than 1 page per selection criteria Role The assistant principal reports directly to the principal. Assistant principals have a primary responsibility for the management of significant areas or functions within the school to ensure the effective development, provision and evaluation of the school's education program. In exercising the responsibility, assistant principals will have the authority to make all significant decisions relating to the program, budget and staff relating to their area of designated responsibility within the framework of the school's strategic plan, policies and budget. Assistant principals will contribute to the overall management of the school through involvement in policy formulation and decision making.The management of significant school program or functional areas in schools involve assistant principals in the analysis of the needs of students and the translation of state educational policy and frameworks into appropriate education programs to meet the needs of all students.Typically assistant principals will be responsible for the effective use of the teaching staff and program budget of a defined area of the school's operation and for the oversight and leadership of the educational programs provided utilising these resources. Responsibilities Typically, assistant principals perform one or more of the following functions:Supervision and coordination of the work of senior curriculum or level coordinators.Allocation of budgets, positions of responsibility and other resources within the area of responsibility.Supervision of the delivery of teaching programs.Management of programs to improve the knowledge and experience of staff.Responsibility for general discipline matters beyond the management of classroom teachers and year level coordinators.Contribute to the overall management of the school. Who May Apply Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position. 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. Location Profile At Collingwood College, we inspire young people to be well-balanced, strong and creative individuals who make a positive difference to our community. We provide a rich and diverse curriculum. The College is committed to continuous improvement to maximise outcomes for all students. Collingwood College believes in providing diversity within the Victorian government schools system and our range of programs promote a sense of choice and inclusion for students.