Deputy Principal - Secondary Branch: Laverton School Division: Goldfields Education Region Salary: Level 3, $132,143 - $144,601 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021) Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time FTE: 1.0 Location: Laverton Closing Date: 2024-11-11 4:30 PM This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2025 with possible extension.
Are you an inspiring leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant remote community? Join our team as Deputy Principal – Secondary at Laverton School! Why Laverton School? At Laverton School, we prioritise explicit instruction practices, student wellbeing, community engagement, and whole of student practices, ensuring that every child receives clear guidance and support in their learning journey.
We are committed to developing pathways for our secondary students.
This position is based in Laverton, Western Australia, working across all campuses as required.
As part of Laverton School, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experiences of our students.
If you're a passionate, relationship-focused leader ready to make a difference in the lives of our students and community, we want to hear from you! About the Role As Deputy Principal, you should collaborate closely with the leadership team to provide educational leadership, drive innovation, and implement our 2024 - 2026 Strategic Plan.
Your responsibilities will include: Educational Leadership: Promote the school's vision and values while enhancing student outcomes across all campuses.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively on initiatives like Social Emotional Learning (SEL), School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE), and Positive Behaviour Support, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals.
Focus on Wellbeing: Bring a keen interest in student wellbeing and social-emotional education to your role.
Pathways: Develop innovative pathways to support secondary student transition and build year 12 completion and graduation opportunities.
Our Ideal Deputy Principal - Secondary Dynamic Leader: You should be highly motivated and possess the energy to unite teams, identify opportunities, and establish new initiatives.
Exceptional Communicator: Strong interpersonal skills are essential for developing positive partnerships with staff, students, and the community.
Culturally Responsive: A commitment to building relationships within a predominantly Indigenous student cohort and an understanding of the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework.
Strong Relationships: Essential to the role is the ability to build and maintain strong partnerships with students, families, community, and colleagues.
Your Impact This role is an excellent opportunity for aspiring leaders looking to develop their skills and advance their careers.
You'll drive a culture of high expectations and quality teaching, working alongside a collaborative Leadership Team to ensure teaching and learning programs meet the diverse needs of all students.
Join Us on Our Improvement Journey Laverton School is on an exciting path of school improvement, focusing on quality teaching and responsive curriculum.
You will play a key role in implementing evidence-based practices, analysing data to drive decisions, and supporting teachers in their professional growth.
Life in Laverton Laverton School is made up of three campuses: Laverton Campus (in town); Cosmo Newberry (95km east of Laverton) and Mulga Queen (135km north-east of Laverton).
We are nestled in the Northern Goldfields of Western Australia on the edge of the Great Victoria Desert.
Laverton offers a wealth of services to support your lifestyle, including a youth club, a gym, 24 hour fuel, volunteer organisations, a regularly visiting GP, and a local hospital.
Enjoy convenient access to a supermarket, café, and takeaway options, all within a friendly community atmosphere.
With regular flights to and from Perth and a host of recreational opportunities, Laverton is the perfect place to call home.
Your Adventure Awaits! This is more than just an education position - it's an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students while enjoying the natural beauty and community spirit of Laverton.
If you're motivated, innovative, and ready to embrace a fulfilling journey in leadership, we want to hear from you! Pre-requisite for Remote Teaching Due to our remote location and the possible need for gravel driving, all staff will need to complete a 4 WD training course (preferably prior to coming to Laverton) – paid for by the school.
In addition, under the School Education Act Employees' (Teachers and Administrators) General Agreement 2021 all employees new to the Remote Teaching Service are required to participate in a structured induction program offered by the Department of Education at the beginning of each year.
Professional Benefits Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being.
These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions.
Attractive Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $15,370 a year Locality allowance of $2,010 a year 11.5 percent employer contributions to superannuation 12 weeks vacation leave (school holidays) 10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters Subsidised leave travel during major vacations Free GROH housing Airconditioning Subsidy Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract) Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation Vehicle relocation Eligibility To work with us, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Select Apply for Job and complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Attach your documents, including: A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
A three (3) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/DP927216 Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 11 November 2024.
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