Assistant Principal

1 week ago


Newcastle, Australia NSW Government -Teaching Service Full time

**Position Information**:
Wirreanda Public School is located in Medowie, Port Stephens NSW. The school has a current enrolment of 606 students which includes 24 classes K-6, 16% of students identify as Aboriginal, 22% are Defence Force families, 6% identify as LBOTE.

The positive, energetic school culture at Wirreanda Public School is one of high expectation for achievement, trust and respect with a strong well-being commitment from the whole school community. A professional, dedicated and highly cohesive staff embrace our collective commitments and beliefs, enhancing our quality Wirreanda culture.

Evidenced-based practices, quality teaching in a high quality professional learning culture support us to build the capacity of each and every staff member each year.

Our commitment to student and staff well-being is evident throughout the school in our positive relationships, Connected Kids program, our school values and a strong Learning and Support framework which supports student growth and development. We have strong community connections and value parents as partners in the learning process.

**Selection Criteria**:

- In addition to the general selection criteria, approval to teach infants and/or primary with demonstrated expertise to teach, lead, mentor and build the capacity of a Stage 2 or 3 team, implementing data driven, evidence informed practices that improve student outcomes in literacy and numeracy.
- A proven, visible leader with the capacity to work collaboratively as part of a highly collaborative leadership team in the development and implementation of a shared vision and goals aligned to the school’s strategic directions.
- Demonstrated capacity to lead wellbeing, learning and support programs and practices that support the needs of all students ensuring a continued culture of high expectations and learning success.

**General Selection Criteria**:
1. 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 policies**Conditions**:
**Special Notes**:
**About the NSW Department of Education



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