Principal (Level 6) - Jamboree Heights State School

2 months ago


Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

About the School
At Jamboree Heights State School, we are justifiably proud of our school and students. You will often hear our creed, "If you can read, you will succeed" We consider the ability to read as one of the most important cornerstones in life, which is why we continually strive to improve the literacy skills of all students. Since the start of 2012, we have been implementing the National Curriculum, a curriculum that has given us a clear and consistent pathway. Our school is also implementing the Fleming model of explicit teaching, a core focus on relevant and effective pedagogy. Spelling Mastery is also a key feature across Years 1-6. Our teachers are trained professionals who understand the value of obtaining a quality education in the 'foundation years'. Every child matters every day
Parents are encouraged to become part of the school community through many forums, events and activities. Communication between home and school is vital and we value the essential home-school partnership for improving learning outcomes.
About the Role
As the Principal, you will have responsibility for the following:

- Lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on
- providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Uphold the 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.
- Active participants in life long learning and ongoing professional development.
- Form partnerships with parents, other government agencies, community groups, industry and business.
- Futures oriented and strategic.
- Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling.
- Manage resources to achieve goals.

For a full list of mandatory requirements please see the attached role description.

**Interested? To apply**:

- Attach a maximum 3 page resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
- Attach a maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities identified in 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.



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