Head Of Learning Area - Design And Technology

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Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Halls Head College

Head of Learning Area - Design and Technology

Level 3, $125,850 - $137,715 per annum (SEA GA 2021)

Advertised Vacancy Number:
IPS/SA870799

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024

Halls Head College (HHC) is seeking a dynamic and innovative Head of Learning Area (HOLA) - Design and Technology to join their friendly and hardworking leadership team. The successful applicant should display a commitment to leading teaching and learning through a positive, student-centred approach across the whole school.

The successful applicant will provide a leadership role across the College promoting high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment. The HOLA will be responsible for planning, actioning, and reviewing Technology related subjects, as well as developing strategies and learning programs that promote student engagement that result in improved learning outcomes. The HOLA will ideally promote an environment of active positive learning and provide educational opportunities and activities which enable all students to achieve their potential.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring effective processes are in place to support the effective management and wellbeing of staff and students. As a leader, you will ideally have the ability to utilise your skills to encourage and support innovation in classroom practice;
to analyse and use student performance data to inform and guide teaching and learning;
and use technology to stimulate learning and communication. You will lead staff to engage effectively in performance management and classroom observation, with a strong focus on developing consistent practices across the Technology Learning Area.

With outstanding interpersonal skills, the successful applicant will lead colleagues and work collaboratively with the College community to achieve the best educational outcomes for all students. The HOLA has an integral role in modelling exemplary practice and building the capacity of their team to ensure high standards for all students.

Although this position has a focus on Technology, we are looking for an outstanding leader to drive our focus on high quality teaching across the entire College and, as such, we value your leadership qualities and your ability to establish outstanding relationships with staff, students, and the wider College community. Aspirational candidates from other learning areas with outstanding leadership attributes are encouraged to apply.

HHC is uniquely situated on the 'island' of Halls Head just south of Mandurah. Through our Motto of Learning for Life we aim to provide an environment that values cultural differences, promotes a love of learning and empowers students to make a positive contribution to our world. All members of our College community are asked to share, model and promote our values of Care, Courtesy, Cooperation and Courage.

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 ofinterpersonal 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.

All applications are submitted online. Select "
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,at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A three (3) 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 who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting "
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.

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.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
  
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
  
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
  
• complete the Department's induction program within three months of commencement;
  
• complete the Department's training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
  
• complete the Department's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
  and
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

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

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Thursday, 9 May 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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WORK TYPE:
Permanent - Full Time

FTE:
1.0

LOCATION:
Halls Head

CLOSING DATE:
2024-05-09 4:
30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD)