Deputy Principal

Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

North Mandurah Primary School

Deputy Principal

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Level 3, $125,850 - $137,715 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2021)

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP902416

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension and/or permanency

At North Mandurah Primary School (PS), we are committed to creating a positive school climate with strong community engagement. We prioritise excellence in teaching and learning and seek to enhance professional learning and leadership in our school. We are seeking an experienced educational leader with a commitment to school improvement to support optimal outcomes for our students. The appointed Deputy Principal – Student Services will support the school to articulate and realise a vision that aligns with our Moral Purpose ‘We are committed to achieving positive life outcomes for our students by ensuring every child achieves academic success and personal growth’. You will be a vital member of the school’s leadership team committed to promoting the school’s vision to be a school of excellence in teaching and learning.

The Deputy - Student Services will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on students in relation to attendance, behaviour, social/emotional wellbeing, educational engagement and Students at Educational Risk. The successful applicant will be committed to leading high levels of student engagement and academic and personal achievement in a supportive environment where success is celebrated. You will join our Principal, Deputy Principal -Teaching and Learning, Program Coordinator – Specialised Learning Program - Autism, Lead Special Needs Education Assistant, Early Childhood Learning Support Coordinator and our School Psychologist to enhance our high-performing Administration Team, leading school improvement in our community.

The successful applicant will ideally have proven and effective leadership qualities, including the capacity to strategically lead evidence-based improvements, inspire others, and build and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents and staff across the North Mandurah community. You will have a leading role in the case management of our students considered at educational risk through your knowledge of effective intervention, monitoring and reporting strategies. There is an associated responsibility to establish and manage administrative and operational systems within student support, to ensure the effective operation of your portfolio within the school, in accordance with Department policy and guidelines. Highly developed interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with staff, students, parents and the community is highly advantageous to this role.

An extensive knowledge of disabilities and evidence-based approaches will be highly desirable to lead and manage the Student Services team to provide tiered interventions, pastoral care, support and development programs for students. These strategies are integral to enhancing student engagement to ensure high social, emotional and educational outcomes for all students within our school context. 

This year the school has drafted new whole school behaviour and SAER policies in anticipation of their implementation in Semester 2. Copies of these working drafts have been attached to the advert and your application should contain reference to these documents, outlining suggestions for implementation as well as potential challenges the school may face.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements:

• Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings;
• High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes;
• Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
• Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.

Applications will be assessed against the work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further information about North Mandurah Primary School can be found by visiting or Schools Online

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information:

Please contact Kelly Forder, Deputy Principal by telephoning or emailing

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements in context of the role and business needs of the branch
• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone .

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
• meet the Department of Education Teacher Qualifications and Registration requirements;
• complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement; and
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 25 June 2024.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

ATTACHMENTS: - applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
- behaviour plan and policy 2024.pdf
- information - applying for advertised positions in schools jan24.pdf
- nmps saer policy 2024 draft.pdf
- published jdf - generic - deputy principal primary school - schools - admin 3 - sep 2017.pdf You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading Adobe Reader .

WORK TYPE: Fixed Term - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

LOCATION:  Mandurah

CLOSING DATE: 2024-06-25 4:30 PM
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