Assistant Principal - Sts Peter & Paul Primary - Garran ACT

Sts Peter & Paul Primary (Garran)

Garran, ACT 


Deputy / Assistant Head of School

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 15 October 2021


Would you like to be working with teachers who are committed to excellence and innovation? Come to Sts Peter and Paul School where our teachers pride themselves on providing a balanced curriculum which combines the best of traditional teaching with best-practice 21st century learning.

<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Garran, ACT</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Full-Time, Fixed-Term &amp; Permanent/Ongoing</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp;$145,892 + Superannuation (based on skills and experience)</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;25 January 2022</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55pm, Friday 15 October 2021</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Sts Peter and Paul Primary is a vibrant Catholic coeducational school. It is a place that is constantly adapting&nbsp;to the changing needs of young people and their world.&nbsp; All students are encouraged to discover who they are and develop the self-confidence to take on new challenges in a caring and nurturing Catholic environment.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong><br>About the Role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">We are currently seeking an Assistant Principal to join our comprehensive and vibrant team at Sts Peter &amp; Paul Primary School, Garran.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Please note that this position is for an initial two-year period with an opportunity for further extensions. Two further extensions (each of four years) may be offered based on performance outcomes. The position will be underpinned by a permanent (ongoing) teaching position within Catholic Education.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><br><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Vision and Values </strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates a deep understanding of the role of the Catholic school within the mission of the Church and the role of school leadership within that context.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates an ability to articulate the role that faith plays in one’s life and how it informs one’s sense of personal mission and vocation.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates a deep understanding of leadership that is centred around the concept of building capacity in others.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Knowledge and Understanding </strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates an excellent understanding of STEM and is able to develop and teach STEM units of work.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates an ability to articulate the concepts and merits of the science of learning, and an understanding of its pedagogical implementation.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates a capacity to think through some of the complexities around effective assessment and the relationship between good assessment and teaching practice.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates a superior ability to use data effectively, especially to lead professional learning in using assessment to inform teaching and learning.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates both an excellent understanding of the diverse learning needs of students in contemporary education and the models of effective practices of inclusion.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates an awareness of national and system education initiatives and the implications for Catholic schools.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Personal Qualities, Social and Interpersonal Skills </strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates a superior capacity to listen deeply to others and collaboratively work through issues, for the wellbeing of all parties.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Demonstrates a capacity to form strong partnerships with a range of agencies and people, for the benefit of all students.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><em>Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.<br></em></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong><br>Application Process</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the position description.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">For further information about the School, please visit our school website <a href="https://www.stpandp.act.edu.au/">here.</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a><span>.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Position specific queries:</strong> Please contact Cameron Johns on 02 6281 1932 or via email <a style="font-size: 12pt" href="mailto:cameron.johns@cg.catholic.edu.au">cameron.johns@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on&nbsp;02 6234 5427 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">Recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></span></p><br><br><p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/497939/assistant-principal-sts-peter-paul-primary-garran-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>
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