Deputy Principal

About the Opportunity:

Are you ready to lead with purpose and passion?

John Paul College is seeking an exceptional and dynamic Deputy Principal – Head of Secondary to join our Executive Leadership Team from January 2025.

The successful candidate for this role will play a crucial role in supporting the Principal and the Secondary School leadership team in implementing the College's strategic vision and plan, ensuring the continuous improvement of teaching, learning, and school management aligned with the AITSL Standards for Principals.

This Executive leadership role at the College will be responsible for effectively leading and managing all aspects of the Secondary School inclusive of curriculum development, major initiatives, academic and pastoral wellbeing of students and behavioural standards.

This role requires a leadership focus and practice which centres on leading our secondary school and our Sport & Activities programs with a focus on improvement and innovation in line with the College values of Mutual Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence.

Some of the specific responsibilities of this role will include:

Strategic Planning and Leadership:

• Participate actively as a member of the Executive Leadership Team to formulate and implement strategies and policies that enhance educational programs.
• Lead initiatives to support the College's commitment to being an employer of choice, focusing on staff selection, recruitment, capacity building, performance management, and mentoring.
• Uphold and promote the Christian Ecumenical ethos of the College.
• Champion continuous improvement in line with the College's Strategic Plan.

Curriculum, Teaching, and Learning:

• Collaborate and lead a team of Secondary Deans to ensure the College is providing effective academic programs and teaching practices.
• Oversee the John Paul College pedagogical framework to maintain high standards in teaching and learning.

Staff Leadership and Development:

• Lead and motivate Secondary School staff, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Set and prioritise goals for the Secondary School staff, ensuring alignment with the College's improvement agendas.
• Oversee staff performance and professional development, ensuring comprehensive development plans are in place.
• Mentor and support staff, fostering a positive culture within the College.

Student Development:

• Promote the College's MICE values, ensuring they are reflected in student behavior and culture.
• Monitor student performance and implement programs to help students achieve their potential.
• Support student wellbeing in collaboration with teaching and College staff.
• Oversee student behavior management, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
• Maintain direct involvement in the enrolment process for new students.

Parent and Community Engagement:

• Foster parent and carer engagement as partners in the educational journey of students.
• Promote technological advancements and digital learning systems within the Secondary School.

Facilities, Resources, and Budget Management:

• Manage Secondary School facilities, ensuring infrastructure supports academic and co-curricular pursuits.
• Establish and maintain the budget for the Secondary School, assessing performance against financial targets.

Community and Events:

• Maintain a presence at major College events and engage with the wider community through newsletters and publications.
• Promote a sense of community, respecting and involving international and cultural groups.

About You:

You are an experienced and visionary educational leader who is passionate about fostering a high-quality learning environment and promoting continuous improvement. With a deep understanding of the AITSL Standards for Principals, you are committed to excellence in teaching, learning, and school management.

Your qualifications include a master's degree in education or a related field and hold a current QCT registration.

You have a proven track record of leadership in an educational setting. You possess strong strategic planning skills and can effectively implement policies and initiatives that align with the College's strategic vision.

As a leader, you are known for your ability to motivate and inspire staff, fostering a culture of professional growth and development. You are adept at performance management, mentoring, and building capacity within your team. Your leadership style is collaborative and inclusive, ensuring that all employees of the College feel valued and supported.

You have excellent communication skills and are able to articulate and model the College's core values of Mutual Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence (MICE). Your commitment to the Christian Ecumenical ethos of the College is evident in your actions and interactions with the school community.

You are knowledgeable about current educational trends and best practices, and you are proactive in incorporating these into the Secondary School's programs. Your ability to oversee and enhance the curriculum, teaching practices, and student welfare programs ensures that students achieve their full potential.

You are skilled in managing resources, including budgeting and facilities management, ensuring that the infrastructure supports the academic and co-curricular pursuits of the students. You are also experienced in engaging with parents and the wider community, fostering strong partnerships that enhance the educational experience.

If you are a dedicated and strategic leader with a passion for education and a commitment to the values and mission of John Paul College, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our school community.

To learn more about this opportunity, please view our Candidate Information Pack.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to take on the challenging and rewarding leadership role as Deputy Principal – Head of Secondary at John Paul College, we would love to hear from you.

To submit your application for this role please select "Apply" on this page before 11:59pm on 14 July 2024.

Please ensure your application includes the following information -

1. A cover letter addressed to the attention of Mr Craig Merritt, Principal of John Paul College, which describes a time when you successfully led a team through a significant change or challenge within an educational setting. How did you motivate and support your team, manage resistance, and ensure the initiative's success? What were the key outcomes, and how did this experience shape your approach to leadership and team development?
2. Your current resume including your qualifications and your previous working experience.
3. The names and contact details for at least three professional referees.

All applications will be held in confidence.

Join us in shaping the future of education at John Paul College. We look forward to receiving your application

Why join JPC?

For the third year running, JPC has been awarded an Employer of Choice

The Educator has recognised our initiatives to create a positive and inspiring working environment for our staff and students. Key measures and evidence included low turnover rates and high rates of tenure and employee engagement.

Here is some of the reasons why we are an Employer of Choice -

• Highly competitive salary
• Extremely well regarded Independent School
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• An online Learning Management System to support teachers and students
• Staff Leadership development program
• Support for undertaking Highly Accomplished and Lead teacher certification
• Financial support available for post-graduate study
• Strong focus on professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free access to College gym
• Free On-site car parking
• Barista quality coffee machine available

Learn More about why to Join the JPC Team here -