Department of Education

North Metropolitan Education Region

Cyril Jackson Senior Campus Education Support Centre

Deputy Principal

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Level 3, $118,626 - $129,810 per annum (SEA GA 2019)

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/DP674599

This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2021

Cyril Jackson Senior Campus Education Support Centre (ESC) is seeking a highly focused and enthusiastic Deputy Principal to join their vibrant team.

The role of the successful applicant will be to work collaboratively with the Principal in developing and maintaining a successful Senior Education Support Centre that has a high importance on whole school culture and community.

Experience in managing a Students Services Team and complex behaviour of students with disability would be highly desirable. Positive Student Behaviour management and trauma based practice inform our whole school approach to supporting the wellbeing of all students. Knowledge of secondary school curriculum, Vocational Education and Training (VET) and ASDAN programs would also be highly desirable.

As our Deputy Principal, you will evaluate and implement the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework (ACSF) throughout the school curriculum and consider ways we engage the Aboriginal community in whole school events and future planning.

Ideally, you will possess excellent communication and collaborative planning skills, and be approachable, consistent and calm. This role would require the successful applicant to be fair and reasonable but with high expectations.

Cyril Jackson Senior Campus ESC provides educational opportunities for young adults with intellectual, physical, psychological and social disabilities. Catering for students in Years 10 to 13, our senior campus support centre helps students reach their full potential, giving them the skills to be positive and responsible members of society.

Our Career Education, Community Access and Academic programs are specifically tailored students’ individual needs, giving them the necessary skills to achieve inclusion and independence in the workforce and community.

Key features of our Career Education program include independent travel training and supported work experience placements, such as work trials and industry visits. Students also gain skills in occupational health and safety, manual handling and job seeking

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 Cyril Jackson Senior Campus Education Support Centre can be found by visiting or .

For further job related information:

Please contact Julie Allsopp, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9413 4850 or emailing .

During the vacation period please contact Julie Allsopp, Principal, on 0433 474 300.

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 three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees (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 (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.

ELIGIBILITY

Employees will be required to:

• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
• Hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia;
• Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.

TRAINING

Employees will be required to:

• Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
• Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
• Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.

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

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 9 April 2021

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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