• A unique opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a new School.
• Lead an innovative and inclusive School supporting young people.
• Your chance to contribute and make an impact on an environment that implements positive change and enduring outcomes.

About the School

The Avenue School is a small, Independent Senior Secondary Specialist School commencing operations in January 2025. The School, located in Ferntree Gully, has been established to provide an alternative education for young people who have an experience of anxiety disorders and who have found attending school to be challenging.

The Avenue School will deliver the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) in an environment of small classes and high levels of support.

About the Role

The Principal will lead an inclusive school dedicated to supporting students in accessing secondary school education pathways. The Principal provides caring and dynamic leadership of The Avenue School and is responsible for the administration, educational leadership, and overall operation of the school. The role fosters a thriving school culture in alignment with the school’s vision, mission and strategic direction, ensuring development of both students and staff. The Principal will report to the School Board and work collaboratively with staff, parents and the community.

The role is a permanent part-time position, which includes a mix of leadership and classroom duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Implementing the School’s Philosophy and Values.
• Ensuring excellence in teaching practice to enhance student learning.
• Effectively manage the operations of the School in line with the framework set by the Board.
• Provide an environment for students that ensures their physical and psychological safety.
• Build a positive reputation within the School and wider community through collaboration and communication.

Personal Attributes

• A visionary leader with the ability to inspire and motivate staff and students.
• Compassionate and approachable, with a deep commitment to student success.
• A collaborative mindset with strong problem solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A formal secondary teaching qualification (Degree and Postgraduate Qualification in Education or equivalent).
• High-level administrative/business management experience.
• Relevant experience in alternative education pathways is an advantage.
• Relevant experience leading and implementing innovative teaching practice and learning design.
• Current VIT Registration.
• Two Referees.

Enquiries can be directed to 03 9758 7859 or [email protected] using the subject line: Principal enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.