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Deputy PrincipalDeputy Principal’ss RECRUITMENT Information
I invite applications for the position of Deputy Principal to commence from 3 January 2022.
The College is seeking a qualified, professional educator and Christian leader to join our dedicated Senior Leadership Team.
The successful applicant will demonstrate ability to lead the College in its mission to grow God’s kingdom through excellence in education.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Christian educator to collaborate in shaping the dynamic future of our College, alongside its students, staff and families. I encourage you to consider joining the leadership of this growing College and invite you to submit an application.
Please do not hesitate to contact me, if you have any questions or wish to discuss this opportunity.
Yours in His service,
Ross Waltisbuhl Principal
INVITATION FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Growing God’s Kingdom Growing God’s Kingdom through Excellence in Education
OUR MISSION
Cooloola Christian College is an independent, co-educational Prep – Year 12 school that Cooloola Christian College is an independent, co-educational Prep – Year 12 school that seeks to teach the Australian Curriculum from a biblical world view. seeks to teach the Australian Curriculum from a biblical world view.
Cooloola Christian College was established in 1992 and has grown from its humble Cooloola Christian College was established in 1992 and has grown from its humble beginnings to a school of over 450 students with an inclusive enrolment policy. Located beginnings to a school of over 450 students with an inclusive enrolment policy. Located only 45 minutes from Noosa on a beautifully landscaped 10 hectare site in Gympie with only 45 minutes from Noosa on a beautifully landscaped 10 hectare site in Gympie with our Early Learning Centre on the same campus. our Early Learning Centre on the same campus.
The College was formed by four Associated Churches (Baptist Church, Church of Christ, The College was formed by four Associated Churches (Baptist Church, Church of Christ, Presbyterian Church and Wesleyan Methodist Church) and is managed by the Board of Presbyterian Church and Wesleyan Methodist Church) and is managed by the Board of Directors as a not-for-profit company. Directors as a not-for-profit company.
With a modern STEM Centre, Arts Precinct, café, outdoor amphitheatre, air conditioning With a modern STEM Centre, Arts Precinct, café, outdoor amphitheatre, air conditioning and Vivi in all classrooms, collaborative teaching spaces and BYOD (Bring Your Own and Vivi in all classrooms, collaborative teaching spaces and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) in Secondary, our College is modern and welcoming. Device) in Secondary, our College is modern and welcoming.
Our 5 acre Nature Space forms an integral part of our Outdoor Education and Recreation Our 5 acre Nature Space forms an integral part of our Outdoor Education and Recreation Studies subject offerings. The Nature Space features a 600m mountain biking track, as Studies subject offerings. The Nature Space features a 600m mountain biking track, as well as a large dam for canoeing. well as a large dam for canoeing.
For more information visit www.ccc.qld.edu.au. For more information visit www.ccc.qld.edu.au.
Cooloola Christian College provides continuous opportunity for students to respond to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, to recognise and develop their God-given talents, and conduct themselves in a God-honouring manner, so that our graduates are empowered to be:
• Critical and creative thinkers; • Compassionate servants demonstrating good character; • Ethical and moral decision makers; • Informed and responsible global citizens; • Learners for life; and • Positive contributors in God’s world.
ABOUT THE COLLEGE
GRADUATE STATEMENT
Our values are reflected in our actions and behaviour. Every day, all members of our school community will strive to be:
CourageousCourage is a willingness to continue despite fear or opposition.
LearnersLearning is having a teachable attitude, being prepared to learn and grow.
ExcellentExcellence is setting a high standard and maintaining it by doing our very best.
AccountableAccountability is a responsibility to ourselves and our community for all of our actions.
RespectfulRespect is the way we treat others and ourselves.
Our future growth is built upon the following strategic priorities:
StudentsImproved Learning
Outcomes, Supporting Wellbeing
StaffSupported and Engaged
Staff with focus on Professional Learning
CommunityService & Connection
Governance & Leadership
Strategic & Godly leadership
OUR VALUES
STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS
POSITION DESCRIPTION
This is an Executive level position and will be appointed on a four year contract.
STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIESThe Deputy Principal has the role of deputising for and assisting the College Principal in leadership and management of all aspects of the College, consistent with the mission and vision of the College, its policies and directives including the College’s ‘Articles and Memorandum of Association’. The Deputy Principal will be responsible for the ongoing Pastoral Care and Wellbeing of all students, working with Year Level Coordinators and Teachers as required. The Deputy Principal’s chief responsibility will be the oversight of the daily running of the College.
TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIESThe Deputy Principal may have a minimal teaching load, as negotiated with the Principal.
ROLE OVERVIEWStaff Leadership
• Collaboration with the Principal and Director of Teaching and Learning (DT&L) regarding all aspects of College improvement, specifically focussed on providing a safe and collaborative learning environment.
• Liaison with the staffing committee regarding recruitment and induction of teachers and Education Support Officers (Teacher Aides).
• Deputising for the Principal as and when required. P-12 Responsibilities
• Oversight of all matters to do with the organisation and management of the College calendar.
• Management of the whole College timetable including ESO roles and responsibilities, and staff absences.
• Oversight and promotion of co-curricular activities, particularly music, sport and extra-curricular clubs/activities run by staff.
• The establishment and maintenance of a positive College culture amongst staff and students, including:
• High expectations of behaviour, dress code/uniform, work ethic and personal interaction;
• Ensuring that effective systems to support behaviour development and good order are implemented and supported (including Responsible Thinking Process);
• Ensure Student Support Services (staff and programs) provide coordinated wellbeing and learning support for students.
• Leadership of all teaching and ESO staff, fostering a Christian, collaborative and professional culture focussed on learning and wellbeing outcomes for students, by ensuring:
• Appropriate policies, guidance, and support to enable all staff to meet expectations; • Conducting annual performance appraisals and under-performance management
processes with ESOs and Year Level Coordinator middle leaders. (Teachers appraisals are conducted by DT&L).
• Ensuring the smooth operation of the College, including appropriate policies, procedures, guidance and operations for:
• The academic reporting processes (shared with DT&L); • Parent/teacher events, parent information evenings and other events in the life of
the College (shared responsibility with DT&L); • Collecting, recording, and monitoring student attendance data and addressing
attendance issues; • Excursions, incursions, and other variations to normal routines, including risk
assessment and management (risk assessments managed by WH&S Officer). • Oversight of teaching staff allocations, timetables, and related responsibilities. • Ensuring that parental concerns and queries are managed and monitored. • Other duties as may be allocated by the Principal from time to time.
Leadership Team Responsibilities • Report to the Principal:
• Work with Senior Leadership Team – regular meetings to discuss strategic and operational matters.
• Supported by an Executive Assistant. • This position supervises:
• Director of Teaching & Learning; • Year Level Coordinators; • Sport Coordinators (Primary and Secondary); • Education Support Officers (Teacher Aides).
• Chair the Student Wellbeing Team Meetings (usually weekly). • Reflect and represent the views of the Principal to the College community. • Support, promote and contribute to the College’s Strategic Plan. • Attend College functions and activities with a generosity of spirit, modelling support for
the College. • Represent the College and the Leadership Team in a professional manner. • Provide innovative, Christian, effective and ethical leadership. • Ensure that the Principal is fully briefed of significant developments relating to their key
areas of responsibility. • Be well read in the Bible and Christian thinking. • Be aware of educational leadership theories and current research. • Pursue positive connections with all past, present and potential members of the College
community.
POSITION DESCRIPTION cont.
SELECTION CRITERIA
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTSThe successful applicant must:
• Possess a degree or post graduate qualification in education; • Hold, or be eligible for, teacher registration in Queensland through the Queensland
College of Teachers.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIAYour suitability for the role will be assessed using the following criteria:
1. Personal Christian commitment, church involvement and ability to lead with a Christian world view;
2. Demonstrated ability to strategically lead College-wide improvement and innovation utilising current research and evidence;
3. Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse range of school operations, including timetables, student and staff wellbeing, extra and co-curricular activities, academic reporting and to deputise for the Principal as required;
4. A willingness to work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team, College staff, parents and students in order to establish and maintain productive partnerships and improved learning outcomes;
5. Demonstrated ability to support students in behaviour development, promote a focus on College vision and values, and seek to foster a Christ-honouring culture within the College;
6. Demonstrated commitment to developing self and others.
Applications should include: • A brief Letter of Application (no more
than one A4 page) in which the applicant introduces themselves, their educational vision and philosophy, and their reasons for applying;
• A comprehensive response to each of the Key Selection Criteria (no more than one A4 page for each Key Selection Criteria);
• A copy of your Curriculum Vitae; • The names, email and contact telephone
numbers of at least three (3) confidential referees consisting of one character referee and two professional referees including either your current or most recent employer.
Applications should be addressed to: HR Officer Private & Confidential Cooloola Christian College PO Box 1355 GYMPIE QLD 4570
Or by email to [email protected]
Applications close 20 August 2021Appointment notification 30 September 2021Appointment commencement 3 January 2022
HOW TO APPLY
