DEPUTY PRINCIPAL BAND B-4 - MITCHAM GHS - CURRICULUM DESIGN & INNOVATION

Position No: 2027-0903-DPN-M1-1-54
Applications Close: 02/11/2026 11:30PM

Position Descriptor: Mitcham Girls High School is the only unzoned public girls' secondary school in South Australia. Mitcham Girls High School has a culture of continuous improvement to ensure, as a community, Mitcham Girls High School is the only unzoned public girls' secondary school in South Australia. As a high-performing school, we are committed to continuous improvement, designing and delivering learning that enables, equips and empowers every student to thrive. Guided by a strong commitment to equity and excellence, learning is intentionally designed to develop students' character, competence and wellbeing, preparing them for success in school and beyond.

Aligned with the Department for Education's Strategy for Public Education and the SACE Passport to Thrive agenda, Mitcham Girls High School is enacting its Strategic Directions with a focus on excellence in girls' education. Executive leaders are expected to lead strategically, build the capability of others and create the conditions for exceptional teaching, learning and student wellbeing.

We are seeking an outstanding Deputy Principal to join our Executive Leadership Team. The successful applicant will provide strategic leadership across the school, driving continuous improvement,



developing high-performing teams and ensuring organisational coherence that enables every student and staff member to flourish.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- expertise in leading whole‑school improvement through evidence‑informed practice;
- the ability to build leadership capability through coaching, collaboration and professional learning;
- a robust understanding of contemporary curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and learning design;
- highly developed strategic, interpersonal and organisational leadership skills; and
- a commitment to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, innovation and high expectations.

Please note that part time and flexible arrangements will be considered.

Site: Mitcham Girls High School Local Partnership: Mitcham Plains Tenure: 21/01/2027 to 02/07/2027 Fraction of time: 1.0 Classification: DPNB4 - Deputy Principal Band B-4 Conditions: $154,852 per annum FTE / Teacher Conditions Information: Rose Forster phone 08 8272 8233 School Website: http://www.mitchamgirlshs.sa.edu.au

Job and Person Specification Eligibility and Application Instructions

We value a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences and encourage all suitable applicants to apply. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

📌 DEPUTY PRINCIPAL BAND (City of Mitcham)
🏢 Education
📍 City of Mitcham