Assistant Principal - South Coast, Australia - NSW Teaching Service

NSW Teaching Service

Verified Company

South Coast, Australia

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position Information:

Balgownie is an inclusive, community-oriented school with a motto of 'living and learning.' We are located on Dharawal Lands of the Wodi Wodi and Saltwater People of the 5 Islands Dreaming.

Our school has 319 students, with 13 classes and approximately 18%
of the student population who identify as having English as an Additional Language or Dialect.

3% of our students are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Our school was built in 1889, and there is a strong link with our local village and local heritage. We have a comprehensive local history museum located on the site.

The school is highly regarded in the local community where it has provided exceptional public education for over 135 years.

Our staff are deeply committed to ensuring all students reach their absolute potential.

We are proud to provide an education that is diverse and rich. Dedicated staff ensure that every student reaches their learning potential through a balance of traditional and innovative approaches.

Quality, explicit programs are implemented, catering for student strengths and needs using contemporary methodology that incorporates current research and best practice.

The strong partnership between home and school results in high academic standards and high expectations for our students.

Our school community values the provision of a wide variety of learning opportunities at the school - academic, cultural, environmental, and sporting.

We actively promote the core values of respect, responsibility and resilience which guide all of our school practices.

The school staff have engaged in ongoing community collaboration, through whole school communication, an enthusiastic and supportive P and C and the NIAECG (Northern Illawarra Aboriginal Education Consultative Group).

Selection Criteria:

An approachable leader with a demonstrated commitment to enhancing positive wellbeing through addressing the social, emotional, and cultural needs of both students and staff, showcasing a proven ability to foster a positive, inclusive whole school community.
Highly visible and collaborative leader who promotes positive partnerships and a consultative approach with the whole school community.

General Selection Criteria:

Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice
2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs 3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams 4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents 5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning 6.

Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy
Conditions:

Special Notes:

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