Occupation:
Principal and assistant principal
Location:
Melbourne - Southern suburbs
Reference:
*******
Selection Criteria
(SC1) Educational leadership
(i) Outstanding capacity for visionary and exemplary educational leadership of a school.
(ii) Highly developed skills in leading and managing change including the leadership of others in the process of change.
(i) Exemplary values appropriate to the development of student learning with a demonstrated capacity to achieve high quality student outcomes.
(ii)Demonstrated ability to implement Department policies to a high level.
(iii) An understanding of, and a commitment to, the use of learning technologies to improve teaching and learning.
SC4) Leadership of staff and students
(i) highly developed capacity to motivate staff, develop their talents and build an effective team.
(ii) A clear capacity to foster a learning environment that takes account of the individual needs of students and helps students to develop their special abilities and talents.
SC5) Interpersonal and communication skills
(i)Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills in individual, small group and community contexts.
(ii) Exemplary values pertaining to personal qualities of objectivity, sensitivity and integrity.
(iii) An ability to work with parents and the community to develop a strong learning environment.
SC6) Demonstrate Inclusive Practice and Student Support Improvement
(i) Demonstrated capacity to lead, strengthen and evaluate whole-school approaches to Disability Inclusion, including the development of effective Multi‐Tiered Systems of Support.
(ii) Demonstrate an extensive knowledge of Disability Inclusion practices and processes and the effective coordination of resources, interventions and specialist supports.
(iii) Capacity to build staff capability in delivering consistent, proactive and evidence‐informed practices that improve student participation and learning outcomes.
Role
The
Assistant Principal - Inclusion
will work as part of the Principal Class Team to lead a coherent and proactive approach to inclusion, intervention and student support across Balambalam Primary School.
The role will have a strong focus on developing systems rather than relying on reactive responses. This includes identifying student need early, coordinating appropriate supports, monitoring their impact, and ensuring staff have the knowledge, confidence and resources to respond effectively.
A significant focus will be the continued development of our Multi‐Tiered System of Supports.
The Assistant Principal - Inclusion will:
lead and strengthen whole‐school systems for identifying and responding to student learning, wellbeing, disability and engagement needs
oversee the planning, coordination and monitoring of Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions and supports
ensure targeted and intensive supports are purposeful, evidence‐informed, responsive to student need and regularly evaluated for impact
manage and coordinate allied health services and partnerships across the school, ensuring specialist expertise is aligned with identified student needs and school priorities
work closely with allied health professionals, teachers, inclusion support staff and families to ensure recommendations are understood, implemented and embedded within classroom practice
monitor the implementation and impact of allied health recommendations, ensuring strategies and adjustments are practical, consistent and support students to participate successfully in learning
develop clear processes for students moving between levels of support according to evidence and progress
work with teachers, inclusion support staff, leaders, families and relevant professionals to coordinate support for students with complex or additional needs
ensure appropriate adjustments, plans, interventions and supports are in place and implemented consistently
strengthen the use of assessment and other evidence to identify needs, monitor progress and determine next steps
build staff capability to differentiate, adjust and respond to diverse learners within the classroom
strengthen high‐quality Tier 1 Inclusion, recognising that effective classroom teaching is the foundation of our MTSS approach
lead professional learning, coaching and collaborative problem‐solving that develops staff confidence and capability
support teachers to create calm, predictable, accessible and inclusive learning environments
lead effective collaboration between teaching staff, inclusion support staff and allied health professionals so that support strengthens student independence, participation and learning
strengthen partnerships with families and ensure student and family voice informs planning and decision‐making.
contribute as a member of the Principal Class Team to the strategic leadership, culture and continuous improvement of the whole school.
Building Staff Capability
A central responsibility of this role is to build the capacity of others.
We are not seeking a leader who simply steps in and solves problems for staff. We are looking for someone who can build capabilities of staff by strengthening their knowledge, confidence and practice.
The Assistant Principal ¿ Inclusion will support staff to understand learner needs, make reasonable and purposeful adjustments, use evidence to inform decisions, and design learning environments in which students can participate successfully.
They will help establish a shared understanding that Inclusion begins in the classroom and that Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports strengthen, rather than replace, quality Tier 1 teaching.
Through modelling, coaching, qualified learning, team-oriented planning and case consultation, the Assistant Principal will help develop collective responsibility for the success of every student.
Our Values
Our work is grounded in our
TRUE values
:
Tenacity
-we keep improving,



reflect on our practice and commit to growth.
Relationships
- we build trust, connection and belonging.
Unity
- we work together with consistency, shared responsibility and care.
Excellence
-we hold high expectations and strive for quality in all we do.
These values guide how we work with students, families and one another and are central to the leadership culture we are continuing to build.
Our Professional Culture
At Balambalam, staff are part of a collaborative professional culture where learning is shared, practice is strengthened through feedback, and improvement is a collective responsibility.
We are committed to evidence‐based teaching, Inclusion, strong wellbeing systems and meaningful partnerships with families and the wider community.
Our leaders are expected to be visible, relational and actively engaged in the work of teaching and learning.
We value leaders who can balance strategic thinking with the practical work of supporting staff and students. We are looking for someone who brings professionalism, curiosity, high expectations, flexibility and a willingness to continue learning alongside others.
The Assistant Principal ¿ Inclusion will help ensure that our wellbeing, inclusion and instructional systems work together rather than operating as separate areas of the school.
Responsibilities
Typically, assistant principals perform one or more of the following functions:
supervision and coordination of the work of senior curriculum or level coordinators;
allocation of budgets, positions of responsibility and other resources within the area of responsibility;
supervision of the delivery of teaching programs;
management of programs to improve the knowledge and experience of staff;
responsibility for general discipline matters beyond the management of classroom teachers and year level coordinators;
contribute to the overall management of the school;
Who May Apply
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking an Assistant Principal who believes that every child can learn, grow and thrive when they are known, supported and challenged.
You will be a leader who understands that inclusion requires both strong systems and strong relationships.
You will be able to see the individual student while also seeing the wider system around them. You will use evidence to determine what support is needed, bring the right people together, monitor whether interventions are making a difference, and adjust our response when they are not.
Importantly, you will build the capability of others rather than creating dependency on the inclusion leaders or wellbeing staff.
We are particularly interested in applicants who demonstrate:
deep commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for all learners
strong knowledge of evidence‐based approaches to intervention and student support
experience leading or developing Multi‐Tiered Systems of Support
the capacity to lead complex Tier 2 and Tier 3 student support while maintaining a strong focus on prevention and Tier 1 classroom practice
the ability to analyse evidence and translate it into clear actions for students and staff
demonstrated capacity to build teacher and education support staff capability
strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusting partnerships with students, staff, families and external professionals
an ability to develop clear, sustainable systems and processes
a collaborative leadership style and willingness to contribute beyond a defined portfolio
the ability to lead improvement while supporting staff through change
a strong commitment to the values, vision and ongoing development of Balambalam Primary School.
Balambalam Primary School is a place where relationships matter, improvement is ongoing, inclusion is lived, and everyone has a role in contributing to the success of our students.
For the right leader, this is an opportunity to help shape an inclusion model from its early stages and build systems and practices that can make a lasting difference.
If you are ready to grow with us, lead with purpose and help shape the next chapter
Any questions, please call Danielle Heatley (Principal) on ************. Feel free to call over the holiday break as required.
School tours will be held on:
Friday 11th September @ 4:15pm
Monday 14th September @ 4:15pm
Thursday 17th September @ 4:15pm
Monday 5th October @ 4:15pm
Please register your attendance using the Google Form:
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces.It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (seeWorkplace adjustment guidelines ).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD)
Applicants seeking part‐time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction.



Such requests will be negotiated on a case‐by‐case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Child Safe Standards
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees,including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre‐employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during‐thefirst year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at
Qualification Requirements
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:
The person must have provisional or full registration approved by the Victorian Institute of Teaching; and
if the person completed an Australian postgraduate level initial teaching program or course of study on or after 1 January ****, they must demonstrate that they have satisfactorily completed a postgraduate level accredited initial teacher education program that has been accredited by an Australian State or Territory Teacher Regulatory Authority as satisfying the requirements of the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership 'Accreditation of initial teacher education programs in Australia: Standards and Procedures'; and
a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program after 1 July **** must also demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements (this condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian ITE program completed by the person.
Balambalam Primary School is seeking an
Assistant Principal - Inclusion
to join our leadership team in ****.
This is an important leadership opportunity within a young and growing Supported Inclusion school. We are looking for an experienced, relational and improvement‐focused leader who is passionate about ensuring every student is known, supported and able to experience success.
The Assistant Principal ¿ Inclusion will provide strategic and operational leadership of inclusion across the school. A key responsibility of the role will be ensuring the right supports are in place to respond to students¿ learning, wellbeing, disability and engagement needs.
The successful applicant will oversee and strengthen our Multi‐Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), with particular leadership of Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports, while also building the capability of teachers and education support staff to provide high‐quality, inclusive Tier 1 practice within every classroom.
At Balambalam, inclusion is not the responsibility of one person or one team. This role will lead the systems, structures and qualified learning that enable inclusion to become part of the everyday work of every staff member.
School Tours
We strongly encourage interested applicants to attend a school tour before applying or
please call the Principal, Danielle Heatley ************ to discuss the role.
Feel free to call over the holiday break if required.
Joining the leadership team of a new and growing school is an important decision, and we want the process to be the right fit both ways. A tour will provide an opportunity to see our learning spaces, understand our Supported Inclusion context, hear more about our curriculum, wellbeing and inclusion approaches, meet the Principal, Danielle Heatley, and consider whether Balambalam Primary School is the right professional fit for you.
School tours will be held on:
Friday 11th September @ 4:15pm
Monday 14th September @ 4:15pm
Thursday 17th September @ 4:15pm
Monday 5th October @ 4:15pm
Please register your attendance using the Google Form:
In ****, we are no longer beginning from a blank page. We are building on the foundations established during our first year.
This is an exciting and important time to join our growing school community. We are continuing to grow and strengthen the culture, and develop and refine practices, systems and expectations that will shape Balambalam Primary School for years to come.
Located on Bunurong Country in the heart of Clyde North, Balambalam Primary School is a purpose‐built Supported Inclusion government primary school entering its second year of operation in ****.
As a school community, we acknowledge the Bunurong People as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn, work and grow. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and recognise their continuing connection to Country, culture and community.
In ****, our community will continue to expand with the opening of a kindergarten on site. This will strengthen our early years connections and support smoother transitions for children and families as they move into primary school.
We are seeking a leader who wants to contribute to a school where every learner, and every staff member, is seen, supported and successful.
Balambalam Primary School is a purpose‐built Supported Inclusion School designed to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners, including students with
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📌 2027 Assistant Principal Inclusion - Range 2 (3-Year Tenure) (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne