An exciting opportunity exists for two strategic and compliance-focused leaders to join our Secondary Leadership Team as Deputy Principals. We are seeking forward-thinking professionals who can drive the vision of our College and the Department, enhance the quality of teaching and learning, and build strong, positive relationships with students, staff, and stakeholders. While the ideal start date is Term 4 of this school year, there is flexibility to negotiate with successful applicants.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a leadership role, apply now.
About The School
The Western Cape College is a unique state school with two campuses located in Mapoon (P-6), and Weipa (P-12), as well as a secondary residential facility also located in Weipa. Each Campus is set in its own amazing cultural, social and geographical environment, spread over a vast area of the Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland.
As the largest P-12 school in the Cape, we have an important role to play in supporting and continuing to lead innovative practices with Indigenous and Remote Education. Our vision is that all young people are well prepared for their futures with skills to progress purposefully on their chosen pathway, and we firmly believe in a strong foundation to learning being the stepping stone to future successes.
For more information about our college, visit the Western Cape College website
About The Role
As a member of the Secondary leadership team the Deputy Principal has a pivotal role leading our 7-12 improvement agenda, including curriculum, moderation and student case management. This role encompasses the line management of middle leaders, teachers and support staff.
We believe that every day presents an opportunity to positively influence student achievement, regardless of the external factors that may impede their success. At WCC, we collectively view ourselves as integral members of a cohesive team, committed to advancing the educational and personal growth of our students.
Western Cape College is one united P-12 College. We value leaders who think systemically, act strategically, and are committed to collaboration across the whole College. In this role, you will work alongside a team of experienced and committed educational leaders, providing opportunities for shared leadership, deep professional dialogue, and cross-sector innovation.
If you're ready to make a significant impact on student engagement and educational success, we encourage you to apply.
The Benefits
This role will provide the successful school leader with access to a suite of professional, financial and personal benefits including:
- Additional incentives under the Recognition of Remote Service Scheme
- Access to subsided accommodation.
- Supportive network of school leaders and regional advisors.
- Relocation assistance.
- Access to local, regional and state-wide professional development opportunities.
Detailed information about the Department's Recognition of Remote Service Scheme is available here.
Your Responsibilities
As the Deputy Principal, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Assist the Secondary Principal to lead the school community to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Deputise for the Secondary Principal when required.
- Uphold the deputy principalship as a values based, ethical and moral activity.
- Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
- Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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