Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Assistant Principal - Range 1
Occupation: Principal and assistant principal
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1549536
Leading Teacher and Learning
Demonstrated capacity to lead and support high-quality teaching and learning by creating safe, well-resourced and future-focused learning environments. Ability to use evidence-informed decision making to improve student outcomes while ensuring facilities and resources support the school's strategic priorities.
2. Developing Self and Others
Demonstrated ability to build the leadership capacity of others through coaching, mentoring and collaborative practice. Proven ability to foster a positive culture of trust, accountability and continuous improvement while supporting the wellbeing and professional growth of staff.
3. Leading Improvement, Innovation and Change
Demonstrated experience leading strategic improvement initiatives, managing complex projects and implementing change that enhances organisational effectiveness. Ability to plan prioritise and deliver improvement agenda while effectively managing competing priorities.
4. Leading and Management of the School
Demonstrated expertise in the strategic management of school operations, with particular responsibility for facilities, infrastructure, maintenance, capital works and asset management. Proven ability to oversee Occupational Health and Safety, risk management, emergency management, contractor compliance, security, budgets and resource allocation to ensure safe efficient and sustainable learning environments.
5. Engaging and Working with the Community
Demonstrated ability to develop productive partnerships with students, staff, families, School Council, contractors, the Department of Education and external agencies. Ability to communicate effectively and build confidence through transparent, collaborative and solution-focussed leadership.
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.
Typically, assistant principals perform one or more of the following functions:
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.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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.
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. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Applicants are required to submit their application, including a cover letter and current Curriculum Vitae (CV).
All Key Selection Criteria (KSC) must be addressed, with responses limited to a maximum of one page per criterion.
Applicants are encouraged to contact the Principal on 9404 3337 for further information or to discuss the position prior to submitting their application.
Applications must include the names and contact details (email address and mobile number) of three professional referees.
All applications must be submitted electronically via School Jobs Vic by the advertised closing date.
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:
Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools.
Mill Park Primary School opened in August 1980 and is located in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. The school's enrolment of 510 is drawn from a wide geographical area. It is a culturally diverse community with no dominant ethnic group.
At Mill Park Primary School, our commitment to providing high-quality education is grounded in evidence-based teaching practices that ensure all students achieve success. We prioritise explicit instruction, structured learning, and ongoing assessment to build strong foundational knowledge. Our focus is on effective communication, teamwork, continuous improvement, and fostering a strong connection between students, their school, and the wider community. We aim to equip our students with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Our school values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence underpin our weekly well-being program, which incorporates Respectful Relationships and School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS). We also organise whole-school events annually to strengthen partnerships between home and school.
The integration of digital technology across our curriculum enhances learning by supporting explicit teaching and providing opportunities for students to apply their knowledge in meaningful ways. Our teachers engage in ongoing professional development to refine their instructional practices, ensuring a rigorous and structured approach to teaching that promotes high engagement and academic challenge.
At the beginning of each school year, we establish a strong foundation for learning through a structured ¿start-up¿ unit that reinforces school routines, expectations, and key learning behaviours. Our goal is to set students up for success by ensuring they develop confidence through guided practice, scaffolding, and high-quality instruction.
We maintain strong connections with local preschools and run a structured transition program for kindergarten children over four weeks in Term 4. Our Prep and Year 6 Buddy Program plays an important role in supporting new students as they settle into our school community.
Our Vision is Inspire lifelong learning
Our Mission is Working together to empower all through quality education.
OUR SCHOOL VALUES ARE:-
Respect - Be considerate and courteous to others
Integrity - Be honest, truthful and keep your word
Compassion - Be kind and show empathy towards others
Excellence - Do your best at all times and in all situations