Assistant Principal, Teaching & Learning (2027 Start)

Department of Education Victoria; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Special Developmental School (SDS) in Melbourne's western suburbs seeks an Assistant Principal to lead Teaching and Learning. The role focuses on implementing the Victorian Curriculum, coordinating curriculum across the Primary and Secondary Learning Centres, and aligning learning with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in partnership with families.

The site emphasises student-centred learning, enrichment programs, and a collaborative approach with families and the wider school community

Qualifications

• Demonstrated educational leadership and change management.
• Proven ability to lead staff and coordinate program development.
• Capacity to implement Department policies with high-quality student outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and community engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate senior curriculum or level coordinators.
• Allocate budgets and resources within responsibility area.
• Supervise delivery of teaching programs and staff development.
• Drive programs to improve knowledge and staff capabilities.
• Manage discipline and contribute to schoolwide leadership.
• Contribute to overall school management and policy formulation.

Skills

Educational leadership

Financial/administrative leadership

Policy planning

Staff leadership

Interpersonal communication

SWPBS leadership

Education

Victorian Institute of Teaching registration

Job description

Sunshine Special Developmental School (SDS) in Melbourne's western suburbs seeks an Assistant Principal to lead Teaching and Learning. The role focuses on implementing the Victorian Curriculum, coordinating curriculum across the Primary and Secondary Learning Centres, and aligning learning with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in partnership with families.

The site emphasises student-centred learning, enrichment programs, and a collaborative approach with families and the wider school community