Head of Campus (PK-Y12)

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Detail information about job Head of Campus (PK-Y12). Terms and conditions vacancy

• Strategic thinker
• Leading co-educational, Pre-Kindergarten (PK) to Y12 campus
• Inspire Learning that transforms and empowers lives

St Stephen’s  School is seeking applications for two newly created roles of Head of Campus Carramar and Duncraig to lead the teaching and learning, pastoral and co-curricular activities of the school to the highest level.

Reporting to, and deputising for, the Principal, the Head of Campus will be responsible for the delivery of contemporary pedagogy and student well-being programs, whilst ensuring a safe, stimulating and challenging environment. Providing leadership in both the strategic and operational day-to-day matters, as well as enabling quality and excellence in spearheading improvements and continuous innovation are key aspects of this role.

The successful candidate will be a strong and experienced leader, with the recognised ability to operate across a whole of school environment. The appointee will display exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with an engaging approach and the ability to inspire trust and acceptance from a range of stakeholders. With outstanding organisational skills and a practical approach, the successful candidate will be a progressive thinker, results driven, analytical and inspirational. The ideal candidate will possess values which support the ethos and faith of the school and a genuine desire to be part of a thriving school community.

The position of Head of Campus, is offered as a 4 year fixed term contract.  The initial appointment is for a 4-year period and may be extended by mutual agreement and subject to meeting performance criteria for additional periods of up to 4 years.  

More information & Job Description available on our Website - https://www.ststephens.wa.edu.au/employment 

ST STEPHEN'S SCHOOL and WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU?

St Stephen's School is a Uniting Church School that is Christ centred, student focused and community based.

We want to give you the opportunity to be creative, to take risks, to have the freedom to explore, to learn and to work with a relational and supportive team that values cutting edge educational ideas and practice.

For us, it's about making a difference in the lives of others. It's about honest work that brings about meaningful change in the lives of others. It's about an honourable and sustainable legacy for the future.

WE AIM TO

• Provide a community which is part of the Christian witness of the Uniting Church
• Develop in students value for life which honour God, His creation, other and themselves
• Provide and environment in which inspirational teaching and learning transforms and empowers lives
• Strengthen the long term viability of the School and its capacity to accommodate and to ensure growth

HOW TO APPLY

Your application must include 3 sections:

• Covering Letter addressed to Donella Beare, Principal, St Stephen's School
• Curriculum Vitae - limited to 5 pages
• Statement addressing the Selection Criteria, limited to 5 pages (combine the Covering letter and statement to one document)

SELECTION CRITERIA (Each point to be addressed)

• A proven ability to provide leadership and fulfil all aspects of a senior management role with responsibility for the management and development of staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to advise and liaise across all levels of the campus and School.
• To develop effective and harmonious relationships with parents, guardians and the wider community.
• The capacity for strategic planning and thinking and well-developed analytical and research skills.
• High level public speaking and presentation skills and ability to coordinate and facilitate meetings and forums to achieve agreed outcomes and objectives.
• An experienced educator with sound understanding of the curriculum and the academic needs of students.
• An awareness of current trends in education (including the AITSL standards).
• Ability to meet the Schools targets and deadlines.
• This role requires high levels of organisation and communication (written and spoken) skills.
• Willingness to positively and actively contribute to the Christian culture of the School.
• Registration as a Teacher with the Teacher Registration Board of West Australian (TRBWA), which includes a National Police Check.

CLOSING DATE

Monday 23 July 2018 at 1pm

(First round interviews will take place on Saturday 4 August 2018)