Normanton State School is seeking applications for a Deputy Principal to join the team.
The Deputy Principal will use their knowledge of the Australian Curriculum to develop staff capability and improve student outcomes. They will be part of a team that supports student engagement, behaviour management and modification, and nurtures positive relationships between students, staff, the community, and stakeholders. The role also assists with the daily organisation and operations of the school, including timetabling, classroom support, and event coordination.
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About The Department
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About The School
Normanton State School is a remote, rural school that offers learning experiences for students from Prep to Year 10. We are a co-educational school and we cater for students with a range of learning needs and interests.
We focus on improving student literacy and numeracy outcomes. Our teachers base their curriculum on the Australian Curriculum using the Curriculum to Classroom (C2C) resources in all key learning areas. Students have specialist lessons in The Arts (Dance, Drama and Visual Arts), Technology (Digital and Design), ICT Skills and Health and Physical Education from Prep to Year 10. Our Secondary students do a range of subjects including Manual Arts and Home Economics in Years 7 and 8, and Hospitality and Industrial Technology and Design in Years 9 and 10. Year 9 and 10 students also participate in work experience twice yearly.
Throughout the year we present a number of programs and extracurricular activities to support our curriculum. Recent programs have included drama, music and a range of sport. These are funded through our RREAP (Remote and Rural Education Access Program).
Your Responsibilities
You will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:
* Assist the Principal to lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
* Deputise for the Principal when required.
* Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
* Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
* Set high standards for student and staff performance.
* Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
* Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and businesses.
* Be futures oriented and strategic.
* Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.
* Manage resources to achieve goals.
* Support staff with curriculum development, timetabling, moderation, classroom organisation and behaviour management.
* Support staff and students with student wellbeing and engagement.
* Work with students, staff and the school community to organise, promote and run events and activities.
Interested? To Apply
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
* Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
* Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Occupational group
Education & Training