assistant principal

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Assistant Principal - Range 2

Occupation: Principal and assistant principal

Location: Melbourne - Western suburbs

Reference:

Selection Criteria

Applicants are requested to present a written response to the key selection criteria below:

1. Educational leadership

a. Outstanding capacity for visionary and exemplary educational leadership of a school or college

b. Highly developed skills in leading and managing change including the leadership of others in the process of change

2. Financial, managerial and administrative ability

a. Outstanding financial, organisational and resource management skills

3. Planning, policy and program development and review

a. Exemplary values appropriate to the development of student learning with a demonstrated capacity to achieve high quality student outcomes

b. Demonstrated ability to implement Department policies to a high level

c. An understanding of, and a commitment to, the use of learning technologies to improve teaching and learning

4. Leadership of staff and students

a. A highly developed capacity to motivate staff, develop their talents and build an effective team

b. A clear capacity to foster a learning environment that takes account of the individual needs of students and helps students to develop their special abilities and talents

5. Interpersonal and communication skills

a. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills in individual, small group and community contexts

b. Exemplary values pertaining to personal qualities of objectivity, sensitivity and integrity

c. An ability to work with parents and the community to develop a strong learning environment

Role

The assistant principal reports directly to the principal.

Assistant principals have a primary responsibility for the management of significant areas or functions within the school to ensure the effective development, provision and evaluation of the school's education program. In exercising the responsibility, assistant principals will have the authority to make all significant decisions relating to the program, budget and staff relating to their area of designated responsibility within the framework of the school's strategic plan, policies and budget. Assistant principals will contribute to the overall management of the school through involvement in policy formulation and decision making.

The management of significant school program or functional areas in schools involve assistant principals in the analysis of the needs of students and the translation of state educational policy and frameworks into appropriate education programs to meet the needs of all students.

Typically assistant principals will be responsible for the effective use of the teaching staff and program budget of a defined area of the school's operation and for the oversight and leadership of the educational programs provided utilising these resources.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Principal reports directly to the Principal.

Assistant Principals hold primary responsibility for managing significant areas or functions within the school to ensure the effective development, provision, and evaluation of the school's education program.

Within the framework of the school's strategic plan, policies, and budget, Assistant Principals have the authority to make all significant decisions relating to:

• Programs,
• Budgets and
• Staff

Within their designated area of responsibility.

Assistant Principals also contribute to the overall management of the school through active involvement in policy formulation and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage significant school programs or functional areas, including analysing student needs and translating state educational policies and frameworks into appropriate programs.
• Ensure the effective use of teaching staff and program budgets in a defined operational area.
• Provide oversight and leadership for educational programs utilising allocated resources.

Collaborate with the Principal team to maintain a balanced distribution of responsibilities.

The specific area of responsibility will be determined after appointment to ensure balance within the existing Principal team.

Information for Applicants

We invite prospective applicants to join us for a college tour on Tuesday, 19 August at 4:00 PM.

Who May Apply

Appropriately qualified individuals currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

Other Information

All applicants must have a personal profile on Recruitment Online and ensure that it is up to date including VIT registration status. Applications should also be lodged on Recruitment Online to ensure that notification of outcomes is delivered to a current email address. To commence work at Laverton P-12 College the successful applicant must have current registration with VIT.

Where more than one vacancy has been advertised, that includes one or more of the same subject/duties, e.g. Mathematics / Science, Mathematics / Science / VCAL etc , it is not necessary to submit more than one set of hard copy applications as you will be considered for both/all similar vacancies.

• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.

Applications must include:

• A specific response to each of the key selection criteria and position details. It is suggested that applicants limit their response to no more than 6 pages.
• A Curriculum Vitae with a summary of experience and qualifications.
• The names and contact details of up to three professional referees who can provide information regarding the applicant in relation to the key selection criteria.
• If the applicant is not an Australian Citizen all visa documentation must be attached.
• The panel reserves the right to request additional referees other than those listed.

Conditions of Employment

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at

VIT LANTITE

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.

Location Profile

VISION

'Together at Laverton P-12 College we nurture our students through learning and encourage our students to actively participate in and contribute to an ever changing and diverse community with respect, responsibility and fairness¿

MISSION

Laverton P-12 College¿s mission is to `to provide students with the best possible foundation in life through a well-rounded education.¿

VALUES

Our school values of Learning, Belonging, and Succeeding underpin all that we do at Laverton P-12 College. ¿

We continually connect these values to the teaching and learning programs and they are relevant across all stages of the learning continuum. Our values underpin a cohesive coordinated structure that enhances the well-being and learning opportunities for every student.

COLLEGE SUB SCHOOL STRUCTURE

At Laverton P-12 College, we're committed to a culture of success and growth. We hold ourselves to high standards, seeing learning challenges as opportunities for personal and academic development. We empower students to take charge of their learning, fostering resilience and future-focused thinking.

As educators, we're curious about our impact on student learning and the world around us, engaging in ongoing evaluation and seeking ways to contribute positively to our community. Together, we create an environment where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.

WORKFORCE

The College staffing profile consists of approximately 120 staff members; including 5 Principal class, 11 Leading Teachers, 3 Learning Specialists, 57 teachers, 32 Education Support Staff and 2 Paraprofessionals.

The College has invested heavily in building the professional knowledge of our staff and working collaboratively in teams to support the needs of our students.

ENROLMENT

The College has an enrolment of over 700 students across Foundation to Year 12. The community comprises of diverse family backgrounds, with 48% of students speaking languages other than English at home and a high proportion of students coming from the Karen, Pacific Islander and Middle Eastern communities.

FACILITIES

Our College facilities and resources ensure that students are provided with an optimal learning environment and include a Performing Arts Centre, a fully equipped VET Hospitality centre, an Engineering workshop, Gymnasium, landscaped gardens, primary and secondary ovals, multiple netball and basketball courts, an undercover synthetic area for play and a beach volleyball area. Each classroom has TV technology and our students can access notebooks and iPads.

LOCATION

Laverton P-12 College resides within the western suburbs of Melbourne in the local area of Hobson's Bay.

SIZE AND STRUCTURE

The school is comprised of seven permanent buildings and two relocatable buildings, providing a range of specialised learning spaces, including a gymnasium, performing arts centre, instrumental music rooms, a state of the art food technology kitchen and cafe, practical science rooms, technology and engineering spaces, and a well-resourced College library.

Applications close Sunday 24 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

11 August 2025

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