Principal
Djarragun College
Gordonvale, Queensland
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Term 4 2021
- Apply by:
- 22 June 2021
Job overview
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Djarragun College for their new Campus Principal.
The present College Principal, Dr Michael Barton, is moving to a new role as Executive Principal of Djarragun College Ltd, leading the campus principals across the College network.
Ideally the new Campus Principal will commence at the beginning of Term 4, 2021 or earlier, although we recognise that the successful applicant will need to give due notice to their current employer.
The role of Campus Principal at Djarragun College demands active and effective leadership of the College and all staff, comprehensive administrative management through delegation and team leadership, and a close association with the Executive Principal.
The Campus Principal must be an exemplary role model for the students of the College, and will be active in supporting and empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voice in the leadership of the campus.
The Principal of Djarragun College will need to enjoy living in the tropical north of Queensland and be able to balance the responsibilities of College leadership with that of being a family member, and a community member and leader. A willingness to participate in the life of the local and wider community is crucial to the role.
Applicants are encouraged to visit the area to better understand the local environment.
About Our School
Djarragun College is an independent school for students from Prep to Year 12 and is located in the unique and picturesque region of Gordonvale, just 20 minutes south of Cairns. Students attend as day students or as boarding students.
Djarragun College is owned and operated by an Indigenous Australian Organisation. Djarragun College is committed to delivering the standard of education long demanded by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of Australia.
How to Apply
This search is being undertaken by tes smartExecutive recruitment services. They will support the Djarragun College selection panel in identifying the widest possible field of qualified candidates and assisting the assessment of candidates against the requirements for the role.
The final decision in relation to the appointment of the Campus Principal will be made by the Executive Principal, and the remuneration package will be negotiated.
The Process will include the following stages:
- Initial assessment of all applications, and identification of interviewees
- First round interviews conducted by the Selection Committee
- Review and formulation of a short list
- Second and Final round interviews
- Decision and offer of appointment
Please contact Kimberley.Brown@tes.com at Tes SmartExecutive services to receive a copy of the Principal Engagement Pack or for a confidential inquiry prior to submitting a completed application pack.
Application Requirements
Candidates are asked to provide a covering letter responding to the selection criteria outlined in the Principal Engagement Pack, sharing examples of relevant situations or experiences that illustrate the following selection criteria.
- Demonstrate your attribute and qualities to succeed as a Principal for Djarragun College
- Outline your educational philosophy with particular reference to an independent, P to 12, co-educational Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander College with a comprehensive curriculum and residential facilities.
- Indicate the ability to meet the requirements of the five key areas outlined earlier in the Principal Engagement Pack.
Resume requirements
- Full name, home address, confidential email address, mobile and contact details.
- Positions held, dates, school profile and scope of responsibilities, key activities and achievements.
- Any other relevant information, such as professional memberships, publications or community activities
- A current photograph
- Two confidential referees, from whom the Executive Principal may obtain confidential reports regarding professional and personal information, and at least one of whom should be able to attest to the Applicant's character
Closing Date for Applications is Friday 9th July 2021 at 4pm
About Djarragun College
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Djarragun College was established in 2001 and is a non-denominational independent college specialising in providing an excellent learning environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander students from Prep to Year 12. Set on a picturesque 18 hectares the school is located 20 kilometres south of Cairns. The College particularly caters to the learning, cultural, social and physical needs of indigenous students.
Djarragun College shares the Cape York Partnership vision for children to achieve their full potential, talent and creativity and have the confidence and capacity for hard work so they can orbit between two worlds and enjoy the best of both. The philosophy of the College is to develop proud, strong, educated Indigenous men and women, who walk confidently in two worlds, to be leaders, and to be role models for their families and communities. The vision is to be the school of choice for students, parents and communities in Cape York and the Torres Strait Islands.
The college aims to develop a holistic knowledge about each student’s academic ability and physical health and wellbeing to be able to fully support each of them onto a successful future life pathway.
They recognise the traditional owners of Cape York and the Torres Strait Islands and pay respect to our elders, past and present. Djarragun College students travel from Cape York communities and the Torres Straits as well as local Cairns suburbs.
VISION
To be the school of choice for students, parents and communities in Cape York and the Torres Strait Islands.
MISSION
To develop proud, strong, educated Indigenous men and women, who walk confidently in two worlds, to be leaders, and to be role models for their families and communities.
OUR VALUES
- High expectations and no excuses – Raise the bar on learning and aim for mastery
- Learning time is precious – There are no shortcuts to success
- Personal responsibility – Each person is accountable for their actions
- Respect others and assign yourself – Self-discipline and commitment will ensure achievement
- Creating pathways for every student – No student left behind. No student held back.
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