Principal-Range 5

1 month ago

Melbourne, United States Schools (Government) Full time

Role

The role of the principal is to lead and manage the planning, delivery, evaluation and improvement of the education of all students in a community through the deployment of resources provided by the Department and the school community.


At the same time, the principal, as executive officer of the school council, must ensure that adequate and appropriate advice is provided to the council on educational and other matters, that the decisions of the council are implemented and that adequate support and resources are provided for the conduct of council meetings.

Responsibilities

The principal is accountable for the overall management and development of the school within statewide guidelines and Government policies. A clear set of accountabilities, which distinguish their work from other members of the Teaching Service and the education community are set out in detail in the contract of employment.

The core accountabilities of all principals are to:

ensure the delivery of a comprehensive education program to all students be executive officer of the school council. establish and manage financial systems in accordance with the Department and school council requirements. represent the Department in the school and the local community. implement decisions of the school council. contribute to system-wide activities, including policy and strategic planning and development. manage and integrate the resources available to the school. appropriately involve staff, students and the community in the development, implementation and review of school policies, programs and operations. report to the Department, school community, parents and students on the achievements of the school and of individual students as appropriate.

Who May Apply

Appropriately qualified individuals currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see ).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

Conditions of Employment

All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at

VIT LANTITE

To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.

VAPA Requirement

To be eligible for appointment as a principal a person must either already be a Principal or have met the Victorian Aspiring Principal Assessment (VAPA) requirement as follows:

For principal positions advertised between 1 August 2021 and 31 December 2021 a person will be required to have registered to undertake the VAPA before being appointed to a principal position. For principal positions advertised on or after from 1 January 2022 a person must have completed the VAPA and be provided with a statement of readiness before they can be appointed to a principal position.

Location Profile

Collingwood College is a P-12 College established in 1882, located in the inner-city suburb of Collingwood, close to Melbourne¿s CBD. As a culturally diverse school with an enrolment of approximately 800 students, Collingwood College prides itself on its inclusive environment and strong community ties. The school operates a registered International Student Program, catering to up to 100 students from countries including Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Thailand, Indonesia, and Korea.

Collingwood College¿s full-time equivalent (FTE) teaching staff includes 4 Principal Class members, 3 Leading Teachers, 1 Learning Specialist, teaching staff, and Education Support Staff. Collingwood College offers a range of co-curricular programs, such as the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden, Instrumental Music, Visual and Performing Arts, and Outdoor Education. Integrated programs support all students, including extension, intervention, integration, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) programs. Our English Language Centre (ELC) re-opened in 2022, further supporting our diverse student body.

At Collingwood College, we inspire young people to be well-balanced, strong, and creative individuals who make a positive difference in our community. Our rich and diverse curriculum is designed to maximise outcomes for all students through continuous improvement. We offer innovative and progressive teaching approaches at all levels, promoting a sense of choice and inclusion within the Victorian government school system. Our point of difference is our strength, and we are proud of our history of innovation and inclusiveness.

The main campus is divided into two sub-schools, Primary and Secondary, each organised to provide the most appropriate setting and approach for children at different developmental stages. Our senior-level curriculum is enhanced through a cooperative arrangement with Fitzroy High School, offering a comprehensive range of senior programs, including VCE, VET, VPC and VM, at our Wurun Senior Secondary campus established in 2022.
In 2024, Collingwood College introduced the Middle Years International Baccalaureate Program (MYP-IB) as the Year 7 mainstream students, further expanding our academic offerings.

Collingwood College has a defined philosophy of education with three main streams of learning: a P-5 inquiry-based mainstream program, a secondary MYP IB mainstream program based on the Victorian Curriculum, and a specialist P-9 Steiner Program. Collingwood College also includes the Collingwood Alternative School (CAS), which caters for students from 14 years old, focusing on re-engagement, numeracy and literacy development, social and behavioural skills, work/training readiness, and VM and VET options for senior students.

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