Deputy Principal

5 months ago


Ipswich, Australia Education Full time

**About Us**:
Woodcrest State College is a Prep to Year 12 College with an established reputation for quality education in the Greater Springfield area of Ipswich. Woodcrest's clear vision, 'Inspiring Students' and values of 'Respect, Responsibility and Resilience' commit the school to achieve the best outcomes for each student.
Conveniently located across the road from the Springfield Train Station, our specialised Primary and Secondary Schools are resource rich settings with the latest technologies, gymnasiums, laboratories, playing fields, performing and practical arts programs. We also have an Academic Enrichment Program available from Year 7, Sports Excellence in AFL, Volleyball and Basketball and an on site Kindergarten and Trade Training Centre.

**About the Role**:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to;
- Assist the Principal to lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Deputise for the Principal when required.
- Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
- Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
- Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
- Be futures oriented and strategic.
- Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.
- Manage resources to achieve goals.

The successful applicant for Deputy Principal - Secondary will have demonstrated experience and outcomes in leading school-wide improvement agendas. They will demonstrate proven capability in leading staff around complex behaviours and supporting students with a diverse range of learning needs. Knowledge of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) and Positive Education would be an advantage. A strong commitment to the P-12 ethos is an imperative of this position.
The successful applicant will report to the Secondary Head of School.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

**How to Apply**:

- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.


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