DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

Permanent/ Full Time Position – 6MU & 1SMA

Applications close 5pm on Friday 16th March 2018.

This pack includes:

Appointment Timeline

Application Form

Full Referee Reports (Three referee reports are required to be completed)

Person Specification

Job Description and specific tasks

Deputy Principal Appointment Timeline

Friday 16th February 2018 – Week 3

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Friday 16th March 2018 – Week 7

Applications close at 5.00pm.

Friday 21st March 2018 – Week 7

Short-listed candidates notified.

Week 8/9

Interviews conducted – dates to be confirmed

Friday 30th March 2018 – Week 9

Appointment completed

Staff, students and parents informed by the end of Term 1.

APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT

Important Notes for Applicants

Thank you for applying for a position with our school. Please ensure you have a copy of the job description and person

specifications before completing this application.

1. Please fully complete this form personally. Read it through first then answer all questions and make sure you sign and date where indicated on the last page.

2. Attach a curriculum vitae (CV) containing any additional information (8 page limit). If you include written references, please note that we may contact the writers of the references.

3. Copies only of qualification certificates should be attached. If successful in your application you will be required to provide originals as proof of qualifications.

4. If you are selected for an interview you may bring whanau/support people at your own expense. Please advise if this is your intention.

5. Failure to complete this application and answer all questions truthfully may result in any offer of employment being withdrawn or appointment being terminated if any information is later found to be false.

6. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to give consent to a police vet. It is a requirement in the Education Sector for all employees to be vetted.

7. In terms of a Criminal Conviction, the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004 provides certain convictions do not have to be disclosed providing:

a. You have not committed any offence within 7 (consecutive) years of being sentenced for the offence and

b. You did not serve a custodial sentence at any time (this would exclude serious offences such as murder, manslaughter, rape and causing serious bodily harm) and

c. The offence was not a specified offence (specified offences are in the main sexual in nature) and d. You have paid any fine or costs.

Custodial sentences include a sentence of preventive detention and corrective training. Non-custodial

sentences include fines, reparation orders, community-based sentences and suspended sentences. Please

note that you are not obliged to disclose convictions if you are an eligible individual but can do so if you wish.

If you are uncertain as to whether you are eligible contact the Ministry of Justice.

8. This application form and supporting documents will be held by the school. You may access it in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act 1993.

If you have any queries, please contact the person cited in the advertisement.

OFFICE USE ONLY: This page must be retained on file as part of the application; it must not be removed or

destroyed.

APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT

Position applied for Location Vacancy/Reference No.

Deputy Principal Napier Girls’ High School

Tick One Mr Mrs Ms Miss

Or other preferred title:

Surname/Family Name First Names (in full)

Contact Telephone Number

Private:

Business:

Please tick the appropriate boxes:

Are you a New Zealand citizen? Yes No

If not, do you have resident status, or Yes No

A current work permit? Yes No

Have you ever had a criminal conviction? Yes No

(convictions that fall under the clean slate scheme do not have

to be disclosed)

If “Yes” please detail”:

Have you ever received a police diversion for an offence? Yes No

If “Yes” please detail:

Have you been convicted of a driving offence which resulted Yes No

In temporary or permanent loss of licence, or imprisonment?

If “Yes” please detail:

Are you awaiting sentencing/currently have charges pending? Yes No

If “Yes” please state the nature of the convictions/cases pending”

In addition to other information provided are there any other Yes No

factors that we should know to assess your suitability for

appointment and ability to do the job?

If “Yes” please elaborate:

Have you had any injury or medical condition caused by Yes No

gradual process, disease or injection, such as occupational

overuse syndrome, stress or repetitive strain injuries, which

the tasks of this job may aggravate or contribute to?

If “Yes” please detail:

Do you have a current driver’s licence? Yes No

Teacher Registration Number: ___________________________

Educational Qualifications:

Please state your last secondary level qualification:

Please state your tertiary level qualification/s:

Please state any other qualifications that relate to the position:

Employment History?

Please outline most recent employment history, beginning with current or latest employment

Period Worked Employer’s Name Position Held Reason for Leaving

Referees?

Please provide the names of three people who could act as referees for you. At least one of these should be able to

attest to your work performance. If you have included written references from people other than those recorded

below, please note that we may contact the writers of these references.

Name Address Telephone Relationship (e.g. employer/principal)

Authority to approach other referees: I authorise the Board, Yes No

or nominated representative, to approach persons other than

the referees whose names I have supplied to gather information

related to my suitability to the position.

The position you have applied for requires specific knowledge, skills, attributes and personal characteristics. These

are stated in the person specification section of the job description. Please outline below how you meet each of

these attributes and abilities. Even though you are attaching a C.V. please fill this out in full. The contact person

cited in the advertisement can assist with any questions you might have.

Knowledge, skills,

attributes and

personal

characteristics

Past roles in which you have

demonstrated this knowledge,

skills, attributes and personal

characteristics

What did you do which demonstrated this?

Knowledge, skills,

attributes and

personal

characteristics

Past roles in which you have

demonstrated this knowledge,

skills, attributes and personal

characteristics

What did you do which demonstrated this?

I certify that the information I have supplied in this application is true and correct. I understand that if I have

supplied incorrect or misleading information, or have omitted any important information, I may be disqualified

from appointment, or if appointed, may be liable to be dismissed. I confirm in terms of the Privacy Act 1993 that

I have authorised access to referees.

Signature:____________________________________________ Date:_________________

Note: If completing this electronically a hard copy (signed) must be provided.

Referee Report

Dear Referee,

Thank you for agreeing to be a referee. Your comments will be valued by the Principal and the Interviewing panel.

We would like to assure you that your comments will be strictly confidential to the Principal and the Interview panel

members.

While it is not essential to complete every outlined category, you will appreciate that as full a report as possible is

likely to be of most use to the Principal and the Interview panel members. Reports can be emailed to

pparvin@nghs.school.nz or post to Pip Parvin, Napier Girls’ High School, Clyde Road, Napier 4110.

Kind regards,

Dawn Ackroyd

The following items should be filled out by the applicant:

Referee’s Report on: ________________________________________________________________

Applicant for the position of: Deputy Principal

Present position of Applicant: _________________________________________________________

Closing date for Referee’s Report : 16th March 2018 by 5pm

Name of Referee: ___________________________________________________________________

Position held: ______________________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________________________

Contact phone numbers: __________________________ (home) ______________________ (work)

1: Particular Skills – Ranking

I rank the applicant as indicated (√)

in the following areas:

Superior Above

Average

Average Below

Average

Poor

1. Supports and Understands the nature of schools Special Character.

2. Ability to build quality relationships with students and staff.

3. e-Learning and use of technology in the curriculum.

4. Is a very good team player.

5. Ability to think strategically and make recommendations.

6. Experience in managing change at any level.

7. Finance management skills.

8. Ability to develop and maintain effective systems.

9. Understands and practises confidentiality.

10. Has demonstrated professional Leadership abilities.

11. Has a good understanding of the NZ Curriculum and assessment theory.

12. Can demonstrate initiative and take calculated risks.

13. Has demonstrated ability to motivate staff and students.

14. Can give and receive constructive criticism.

15. Has demonstrated the desire to learn and grow as a teacher and leader.

16. High standard of professional conduct.

17. Willingness to be involved in the full life of the school

In the spaces provided please comment on the strengths, weaknesses and experiences you have knowledge of in the

applicant’s professional life. If there is not enough space available please attach additional sheets.

2. Association

For how long and under what circumstances have you known the applicant?

3. Personal Qualities

These may include: values, integrity, loyalty, honesty, temperament, acceptance of criticism, sense

of humour, initiative, industry, ability to handle pressure, reliability, decisiveness and presentation.

4. Interpersonal Skills

e.g. relationships, communication, listening skills, sensitivity, ability to handle problems and resolve

conflicts, flexibility. Can the applicant ‘get alongside people’ and help them with difficulties? ………..

5. Personal Leadership Style

e.g. Leadership style, consultation, delegation, commitment to school’s vision, innovation, ability to

motivate and earn respect from staff and students, setting tone and expectations in the school,

public speaking ability………………

6. Educational Leadership

e.g. Involvement in curriculum, assessment and other educational issues, ability to implement,

supervise and evaluate programmes, support for staff development, ability to supervise and

appraise. Potential contribution to curriculum development/ assessment …….……….

7. eTeaching and eLearning

E-Learning is a key to engaging the 21st Century Learner. What skills does the candidate have in the

use of technology in the classroom and will they be able to provide assistance to and lead staff and

students?

8. General

Please comment on: -

a) The applicants ability to contribute to Napier Girls’ High School in the position applied for, noting:

i) Strengths

ii) Weaknesses

9. Summary (Please circle your response)

a) In your opinion is the applicant for the position at Napier Girls’ High School an

Exceptional Outstanding Highly Recommended Recommended

Candidate, or should the candidate be –

Not recommended for this position

b) Please note briefly why you have come to your conclusion circled above.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this report.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Deputy Principal Position

These are the personal attributes that we are seeking from the Deputy Principal of Napier Girls’ High School. A

leader who;

Has a clear personal philosophy of education that shows commitment to the success of young woman in

education.

Demonstrates a commitment to supporting and enhancing the traditions of the School.

Has previous leadership experience and can demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the NZ

curriculum, assessment theory, teaching pedagogy including e-Teaching and eLearning.

Is passionate about teaching and learning, holds a relevant tertiary qualification and is a trained teacher with

a current teacher registration.

Has excellent ICT capabilities and up to date knowledge of developments relating to e-learning.

Demonstrates a capability to lead and motivate staff and provide the leadership style that invites

collaboration and team work.

Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships within the School.

Possesses excellent communication skills and can demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team and

maintain loyalty to that team.

Demonstrates well-developed people skills (approachable, good listener, clear communicator)

Has high personal integrity, loyalty, honestly and a good sense of humour.

Is committed to on-going professional learning and development, with specific emphasis on Professional

Development that improves e-Teaching and eLearning.

Understands and practises confidentiality.

Is committed to fair and equitable outcomes.

Is aware of and sensitive to different cultures and social differences.

Has an appreciation of the significance of the Treaty of Waitangi in an educational setting.

Is willing to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school in whichever area their interests lie.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Deputy Principal Position – responsible for Pastoral

Care/ Behaviour Management

Number of Management Units: 6MU + 1 SMA

Responsible to: The Principal

Standard Experienced classroom teachers’ expectations plus unit

holders.

Performance indicators

Professional

knowledge

Demonstrates a significant depth of knowledge in the theory

and practical application of:

relevant curricular, learning and assessment theory and

related new initiatives.

Demonstrates knowledge of current issues and initiatives in

education.

Actively contributes to Heads of

Department meetings and

decision making.

Maintains current knowledge

issues and initiatives in education,

in particular e-Teaching and

eLearning.

Professional

development

Demonstrates a high level of commitment to personal

ongoing learning, assisting colleagues in professional

learning, in particular eLearning, and continues to develop

understandings of the Treaty of Waitangi issues

Actively contributes to school

wide professional learning and

development with a focus on

eLearning.

Takes part in personal

professional learning and

development.

Professional

leadership

Understands the aims of and displays competence in the

area of responsibility.

Provides professional development to staff within the

delegated area of responsibility.

Makes a constructive contribution to the management of the

school and applies appropriate work ethic.

Demonstrates a high level of awareness and knowledge

about current educational developments.

Undertakes professional learning to enhance individual

expertise in areas of leadership.

Fosters positive relationships between the school and its

community.

Deputises for the principal as appropriate.

Leads by example

Tasks involved in the Deputy

Principal role and other project

responsibilities are met in a timely

and appropriate manner.

Proactively leads other staff in all

areas of professionalism.

Participates as an active member

of the Senior Leadership Team.

Actively supports all decisions

made by the Senior Leadership

Team.

Actively supports the Principal or

discusses with the Principal when

this is difficult.

Actively keeps up to date with

current leadership and best

practice through reading and

professional learning.

Maintains a positive relationship

with the school and the wider

community.

Teaching

techniques

Demonstrates expertise and refined strategies in the

development and practice of: teaching programmes and

resources, learning activities and assessment regimes;

highly effective teaching techniques, evaluation, appraisal

and reflection on own and others’ teaching practices with

positive outcomes.

Leads the teaching staff by

example using current pedagogy

and ongoing effective teaching

techniques.

Student and

staff

management

Demonstrates expertise and refined strategies in: managing

student behaviour effectively, the development and

maintenance of effective learning environments which cater

for individuals’ needs and diversity.

Represents and communicates effectively the goals and

targets of the school.

Contributes to the school’s performance management

system.

Provides effective advice and guidance for other staff

members.

Monitors student/teacher relationships and provides advice

and support when needed.

Communicates effectively with students and staff.

Written documents and verbal

addresses are clear, concise and

error free.

Undertakes classroom

observations and monitors

student work.

Provides effective, targeted and

ongoing assistance to all staff in

line with responsibilities.

Undertakes evaluation processes

in order to contribute to continual

school improvement.

Encourages students to take

responsibility for their own

behaviour.

Motivation

of students

Demonstrates a high level of effectiveness in:

encouraging positive school-wide engagement in learning,

fostering cultures of learning and achievement.

Articulates high expectations of

students.

Encourages students to take

responsibility for their own

learning.

Te Reo Me ona

Tikanga

Demonstrates a commitment to the promotion in education

of Taha Maori

Leads the staff in actively

addressing Maori issues and

promoting biculturalism.

Effective

communication

Demonstrates particular skills and success in:

communicating effectively with students and families.

reporting on student achievement to students and families,

inter-staff communications.

Is an effective listener.

Communication is open,

constructive, accurate and timely.

Maintains confidentiality and

trust.

Spoken and written language is

clear, correct and appropriate.

Support for

and

cooperation

with

colleagues

Demonstrates a high level of commitment to:

Encouraging and fostering effective working relationships

with and between others, providing support and assistance

to colleagues where appropriate.

Meets deadlines.

Promotes effective staff

relationships.

Contribution to

wider school

activities

Contributes towards the effective functioning of the total

school operation, including the school’s relationship with

parents and the wider community.

Actively monitors and contributes

to the development and

maintenance of a positive school

culture.

Actively encourages all teachers

to contribute to activities which

enhance the culture of the school.

Resource

management

Effectively and efficiently manages resources to support

learning outcomes for students.

Ensures their equitable availability for colleagues

Monitors the equitable use of

resources.

Ensures that all budgetary

processes are professionally

administered.

JOB DESCRIPTION - DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

Specific Tasks

Professional Leadership – Curriculum/assessment

Specific Tasks Expected Outcomes

Assist the Principal and other staff, particularly Heads of Department in the development of curriculum policies ,

School Curriculum reflects policy.

Monitor the delivery of the curriculum through the Heads of Department.

The curriculum is delivered to a high standard.

Monitor that the assessment and evaluation systems being used lead to effective teaching and evaluation of student progress.

Consistent assessment and evaluating systems used.

Staff and Student Management:

Specific Tasks Expected Outcomes

Behaviour Management / Detention system. Ensure detention system runs smoothly.

Meet regularly with designated HoL’s. Support designated HoL’s.

Oversee and support SLT, Deans, Staff, Guidance Counsellors, students with the pastoral aspects of the school.

Pastoral system is effective and supports students

and staff.

In conjunction with the Senior Leadership Team, oversee the staffing of the school.

Classes are fully staffed with the MOE allocations.

Attendance. Monitor attendance to meet school requirements.

Interventions as required.

Liaising with outside agencies eg Napier Community High School

To engage support of outside agencies as

appropriate.

Timetabling Oversee the implementation of the timetable.

Lost Property Ensure the return of property to rightful owner.

Staff Professional Leadership and Development (PLD) re: E-learning:

Administration:

Specific Tasks Expected Outcomes

Relief Co-ordinator (on a termly basis)

All classes are adequately supervised and necessary data

regarding wage/ salary payments due are recorded

appropriately and submitted within required time frames.

Leave recorded for all staff members and data submitted

within required time frames.

Assemblies on Friday. Assemblies are well coordinated and run smoothly.

Share in deputising for the Principal Act in the role of the Principal when the Principal is away,

alternately with the other Deputy Principal.

School Diary School diary is produced.

Duty Roster. Duties allocated and updated as required.

Staff Manual Staff Manual is up to date and communicated to staff.

Organise Year 9 enrolment interviews. Organise staff and paperwork to be completed at the

enrolment interview.

Assist subject Selection team. Ensure students select a broad and appropriate range of

subjects for the following year.

EOTC Ensure that all EOTC activities have the correct

paperwork, planning and staffing to ensure all activities

are carried out to a high and safe standard meeting all

legal requirements.

Additional duties:

Specific Tasks Expected Outcome

Complete additional duties as requested by the Principal.

Additional duties carried out in a timely manner.

Contribution to the co-curricular life of the school

Modelling of effective teaching practice.

Support of co-curricular programme by attending/visiting

events.

Teach a class or classes as requested. Class fully staffed.

Modelling of effective teaching practice.

Shared Tasks with Senior Leadership Team Expected Outcome

Staff Performance Management System Staff performance continues to develop and is reflected

in their practice.

Uniform A high standard of uniform is maintained.

Student behaviour management A high standard of courtesy and respect exists within the

school.

Attend BOT Meetings Kept informed and up-to-date with governance issues.

Specific tasks undertaken by the Assistant Principals and Deputy Principals will be negotiated annually.

Signed ___________________________________ Signed____________________________________

Principal Deputy Principal

Date _____________________________________ Date______________________________________