Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Assistant Principal - Range 3
Occupation: Principal and assistant principal
Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs
Reference: 1491722
SC1: Educational Leadership
SC2: Financial, managerial and administrative ability
SC3: Planning, policy and program development and review
SC4: Leadership of staff and students
SC5: Interpersonal and communication skills
SC6: Community criterion
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.
Assistant Principals working at Level 3 at Tarneit P-9 College lead both whole school and specific responsibility areas. This specific role will have clear accountability for the strong and purposeful leadership of teaching, assessment, learning and curriculum across Prep to Year 9. The Assistant Principal will support Area Assistant Principals to ensure the strong presence at the college of an inclusive culture that promotes consistent staff behaviours that engage, inspire and support our students to be their best.
All Assistant Principals at Tarneit P-9 College will work closely with all other Principal Class and executive team members and will meet regularly to discuss emerging challenges and consider ways to address challenges.
Assistant Principals are expected to have deep knowledge and expertise in high quality teaching and learning in delivering improved achievement, engagement and wellbeing for students. They will model excellence in teaching, assessment, learning and curriculum delivery through allowing others to observe their lessons, and mentor/coach teachers to improve their skills, knowledge and effectiveness of the teaching workforce.
Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
The Assistant Principal will work as a member of the Principal Class Team to:
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.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, 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 family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
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
For more information, please contact Jason Smallwood, College Principal, on [email protected] or 0408 020 570.
School Tours are available on request.
Tarneit P-9 College opened in January 2013 with an initial enrolment of 331 students. Since then, the college has experienced rapid growth in line with our local community, reaching a peak enrolment of 2,366 students in 2023. Our current enrolment for 2025 is approximately 2020 students. Our core mission is to provide exceptional and inclusive educational opportunities to children in the diverse and expanding Tarneit area.
We are committed to high academic standards and excellence in all areas of school life. Our aim is to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and personal qualities needed to pursue their aspirations and make meaningful contributions to their communities.
The leadership of Tarneit P-9 College is dedicated to building staff capacity and professional excellence. We aim to ensure that every student receives a high-quality, challenging, and engaging learning experiences. By fostering a positive educational environment, we nurture a lifelong love of learning and equip students with the tools to become confident, resilient, and aspirational individuals.
In 2022, we introduced a `House Model¿ to enhance student connectedness and foster a strong sense of belonging. This model supports students in becoming active participants in their learning journey.
The Professional Learning Community (PLC) Model is a key framework at our college for developing staff capability. Our priorities within the PLC model include:
During the previous strategic planning cycle, we implemented an instructional model, established clear processes to plan and implement high quality curriculum and strengthened collaborative practices. While these initiatives laid a strong foundation, we recognise the need to strengthen these practices to further improve student outcomes.
Moving forward, we will continue to apply evidence-based teaching strategies, enhance the use of data to inform curriculum and instruction, and prioritise cognitive challenge through High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS) and rich learning tasks. Our goal is to improve student learning through both achievement and wellbeing.
Tarneit P-9 College also places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and a positive school culture. Programs such as School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) and Respectful Relationships (RR) are central to our approach. These initiatives are supported by a school-wide culture of positivity, proactivity and mutual respect, where students, staff, and the wider community practice and model exemplary behaviour and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.
We take pride in being an inclusive, innovative, and forward-thinking school. Our dedicated staff are our most valuable resource, and we are committed to recognising and supporting their contributions. Our coaching, wellbeing and Principal Class teams work collaboratively to support staff and ensure optimal outcomes for all students.
Our teaching practices are guided by high-impact, research-based pedagogy. We maintain high expectations for student growth, aiming for more than one year¿s progress for every student across all subject areas. As a community of highly skilled educators, we encourage students to inquire, problem-solve, create, and apply their knowledge in meaningful ways.
At Tarneit P-9 College, we are proud of the rich educational experiences we provide, tailored to the needs and aspirations of our diverse and talented student community. Our school culture is grounded in the core values of Learning, Inclusive, Responsibility, and Pride. These values underpin everything we do and reflect our unwavering commitment to the success of every student.