Assistant Principal - Blacktown West Public School

Position Information

Blacktown West is an inclusive primary school situated in Western Sydney with an enrolment of 445 students, consisting of 20 mainstream classes and 2 support classes. Cultural diversity is acknowledged and celebrated to encompass the 44 languages represented in our community. 69.7% of students come from families with a Language Background other than English (LBOTE) and 6.7% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI). Students are supported in their learning by a dedicated staff who create a challenging learning environment that encourages high expectations and develops students' emotional intelligence and resilience. Data is effectively used to determine student needs and to guide programs. Our delivery of support is adjusted based on regular assessment, collaboration and consultation. The analysis determines areas of need and enables success at a class and school level. Staff work as a collaborative team with parents, the community and the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) to provide learning opportunities where all students can succeed.

Selection Criteria

In addition to the general selection criteria, approval to teach infants and/or primary

• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a leadership team to strategically plan, lead and evaluate whole school initiatives to support the implementation of the School Excellence Plan

• Established leadership capability in implementing effective behaviour management strategies through wellbeing initiatives, attendance programs and learning support programs.

  
  

General Selection Criteria

1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice 2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs 3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams 4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents 5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning 6. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy

Conditions

An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.

Special Notes

Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

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