Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region Grandis Primary School Principal 00038717 Level 5, $153,963 - $165,636 per annum (SEA GA 2021)
Advertised Vacancy Number: PR847074
This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2024 with possible extension
About the Role
The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining a school culture that promotes positive relationships between students and between students and staff, and, engaging parents and the wider community in the educational work of the school. The Principal is responsible for being innovative and creative in systems and structures to foster academic development and improvements in social and emotional development for students, as well as engaging a diverse school community in the educational programs of the school. They will possess a commitment to continuous school improvement and development of the instructional program, particularly the pedagogy of beginning teachers, and building networks with other agencies, other schools, and services in the community to benefit school programs.
The Principal supports the Department’s objectives for the public education and training of students in Western Australia. 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 of Education and the school community.
About Us
As a professional learning community, the fundamental purpose of Grandis Primary School is to assist all students to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviour essential to their success in life.
The school works closely with the local community to establish and build positive relationships. A strong and proactive School Board and P&C provide community input into the direction that the school will take as we continue to grow and move forward.
Grandis Primary school has a strong focus on social and emotional learning in order to develop resilience and build positive behaviours, with students being encouraged to 'treat others as they would like to be treated' and to strive at all times to achieve their personal best.
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Selection Criteria
To be suitable for this role, you will need to address the following selection criteria and demonstrate the five professional practises particular to the role of a Principal. You will also be expected to illustrate your capacity in the three leadership requirements “vision and values, knowledge and understanding, and personal qualities, social and interpersonal skills” as identified and detailed in the :
1. Effective leadership in teaching and learning
2. Developing self and others
3. Leading improvement, innovation and change
4. Leading the management of the school
5. Engaging and working with the community
Applications will be assessed against the selection criteria identified in the Job Description Form (JDF) for the position. The business needs and context of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached JDF.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.