Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Assistant Principal - Range 1
Occupation: Principal and assistant principal
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: 1483753
Selection Criteria
SC1: Educational Leadership
SC2: Leadership of Staff & Students
SC3: Interpersonal and Communication Skills
SC4: Financial, Managerial and Administrative ability.
SC5: Planning, Policy and Program Development and Review
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:
Appropriately qualified individuals currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
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
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.
Diamond Creek is a growing residential area north of Melbourne that still has the charming attributes of a rural township. Diamond Creek Primary School is situated in the heart of Diamond Creek. The school has occupied the site since 1870 and boasts a rich history of education within the area. The school¿s original building has been refurbished making it a metaphoric embodiment of the school¿s motto, `where tradition meets the future¿. The hillside site combines bushland with natural play areas for all age groups. The school is part of a strong committed community that supports the school in many ways. DCPS enjoys a close association with many schools in the area through sporting events or curriculum networks.
The current enrolment is approximately 260 and it is expected that this number will increase over the coming years. The school features a happy and relaxed community atmosphere that fosters a strong partnership between students, staff, parents and local community.
Staff are employed at a range of time fractions to suit the requirements of the students and the curriculum programs available at the school. DCPS is committed to attracting, developing and retaining staff of a high calibre and to the development of a strong staff team. The major emphasis by staff is on the treatment of each child as an individual. The enhancement of students learning is of highest priority. There is an expectation that all children, staff and parents work together to achieve the school goals for the benefit of all.
The caring, professional staff value all children and are dedicated to providing an excellent curriculum and high-quality resources. This is supported with a high parent participation in all aspects of school life, including a wide variety of classroom programs, more formal school operations including School Council and PFT and informal school activities such as working bees and social occasions.
Diamond Creek Primary School provides a comprehensive curriculum in all learning areas. A belief that all children can and will learn with the right encouragement, is central to all planning. Innovative teaching practices are developed to meet the needs of the children.
Diamond Creek Primary School is committed to supporting the learning and wellbeing of our students. We are a proud School Wide Positive Behaviour Support school and also a lead Respectful Relationships school. These DET Initiatives support our school to provide a safe and positive school culture for all.
The policies and programs that articulate the school¿s philosophy are subject to regular review and revision. Teachers across grade levels meet regularly to plan and evaluate teaching programs. Integrated units are planned on a term basis.
An increasing strength in recent years has been our Performing Arts program. Additional programs offered by the school include Italian - Prep-6, Visual Arts, Junior School Council, School Concert and Literacy intervention.