<p>Are you a passionate educational leader looking to make a meaningful impact in a special assistance school environment? Djerriwarrh Community College invites applications for a job share Principal position (0.6 FTE ongoing), commencing January 2026 school year.</p> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>Djerriwarrh Community College is a registered independent special assistance senior secondary school located in Melton. We deliver the Victorian Pathway Certificate (VPC) and VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) for students aged 15–19 years, providing a safe and inclusive learning environment for young people who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging from education. The college is moving to a newly built campus in early 2026.</p> <p><strong>The Role</strong></p> <p>As Principal, you will lead a small, community-based school with a maximum enrolment of 60 students in 2026. You will be responsible for:</p> <ul> <li>School operations, finances, compliance, and risk mitigation</li> <li>Learning programs and student welfare</li> <li>Staffing, administration, and strategic management</li> <li>Acting as Executive Officer to the Djerriwarrh Community College (DCC), School Council and Djerriwarrh Community &amp; Education Services (DCES) Board</li> <li>Leading the implementation of school policies and procedures ensuring compliance with regulatory authorities</li> </ul> <p>This is a <strong>part-time job share position (0.6 FTE)</strong>, with <strong>preferred working days Monday to Wednesday</strong>.</p> <p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strategic Leadership opportunity: play a key role, in consultation with the School Council and Board, on strategic initiatives that enhance educational outcomes, foster staff development and strengthen community engagement.</li> <li>Highly attractive remuneration package with salary packaging available (up to $30k per annum) to reduce your tax and increase your take home pay.</li> <li>Job Share flexibility: a part-time, job share position is available to support work-life balance.</li> <li>Supportive environment: lead and work alongside a highly qualified and passionate team of educators, wellbeing, and support staff.</li> <li>Impactful work: make a real difference in the lives of young people who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging from mainstream education.</li> <li>Inclusive culture: be part of a team that values diversity, equity, and child safety, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration</li> <li>Working with Children Check clearance</li> <li>Satisfactory National Coordinated Criminal History Check</li> <li>Relevant tertiary qualification</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in a similar leadership role, ideally within a school setting</li> <li>A strong understanding and commitment to child safety legislative requirements, equal opportunity and Work Health and Safety within a school environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable Attributes</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience in the independent special assistance sector</li> <li>Experience in Trauma informed practice and working with vulnerable young people</li> <li>Youth Mental Health First Aid, Berry Street Education Model, First Aid &amp; Anaphylaxis Training (or willingness to undertake)</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Applications must include:</p> <ul> <li>A cover letter</li> <li>Resume</li> <li>Responses to the Key Selection Criteria</li> </ul> <p>Please refer to the College website <a href="https://www.dcc.vic.edu.au/careers/principal-job-share-opportunity/" rel="nofollow">https://www.dcc.vic.edu.au/careers/principal-job-share-opportunity</a> for a copy of the position description and application details.</p> <p><strong>Applications close</strong>: <u>5pm, Friday 26 September 2025</u>.</p> <p>For a confidential discussion regarding the position, please contact Anita Burich, HR Manager on (03) 8746 1076.</p> <p><i>Djerriwarrh Community College actively encourages applications from Aboriginal peoples, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability.</i></p> <p><i>We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and have zero tolerance for child abuse. &nbsp;before submitting your application.</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>