Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Assistant Principal - Range 1
Occupation: Principal and assistant principal
Location: Loddon Mallee - Mildura
Reference: 1534484
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.
Specific Duties Include:
The role will align with the Department of Education's FISO 2.0 improvement framework, with a strong focus on the Learning Core Element and the use of evidence, assessment and collaborative practice to improve student outcomes.
Appropriately qualified individuals currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
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
Thank you for your interest in this vacancy at Mildura English Language Centre
Applicants should address the key selection criteria.
Attaching your letter of introduction, resume and key selection criteria in one document is most helpful.
Day time phone numbers are vital to make appointments for an interview in the event that you are shortlisted.
If you have an Employee ID Number, please include it on your application.
Three (3) Referees are required. Please provide names, contact phone numbers and e-mail addresses (Most recent employer is preferred).
A copy of your current Victorian Institute of Teaching card will be required if successful.
Applicants with experience working with EAL and CALD students is preferable but not essential.
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.
Mildura English Language Centre (MELC) is a campus of Mildura Senior College, located in north-west Victoria, approximately 545 kilometres from Melbourne. MELC provides a full-time intensive English language program for newly arrived migrant and refugee students from Prep to Year 10, aged 5 to 17 years.
MELCs purpose is to equip students with the English language skills, knowledge and confidence needed to successfully transition into mainstream schooling or alternative education and training pathways, including TAFE. Through explicit English language instruction, students learn both in and through English while developing the academic, social and cultural skills required to thrive in Australian schools.
In addition to supporting students' language development, MELC works closely with families to build their understanding of the Victorian education system and life in Australia, fostering strong partnerships between home and school.
Small class sizes enable teachers to provide highly differentiated instruction that responds to each student's individual needs. Curriculum planning is informed by students prior educational experiences, age, English language proficiency and rate of language acquisition, ensuring learning is personalised and responsive.
At MELC, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student is valued and respected. We celebrate the rich cultural, linguistic and religious diversity of our community and promote equity for all, regardless of sex, ethnicity, race, religion or socioeconomic background. Our values of Persistence, Empathy, Aspiration, Community and Engagement underpin our teaching and learning, guiding the behaviours, attitudes and aspirations we seek to foster in every student.