• Full-time
• Department: Aspect Education

Company Description

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.

At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.

Job Description

• A rare and exciting opportunity has become available to join Australia's largest national provider of autism-specific educational services 
• As the School Principal, 'Lead Learner', you will lead a team of highly committed Special Education Educators, and foster a positive, safe work culture 
• Located at Aspect Hunter School, Thornton NSW

Education:

Aspect Schools are leaders in education for children on the autism spectrum K-12, leading the way in developing and applying innovative, evidence-based education approaches that create positive outcomes for autistic students and young people.

It’s the perfect time to join one of our nine Aspect Schools as we embark on our exciting journey alongside Lyn Sharratt to put focus on data, demonstrating growth of students learning and development. Our dedicated Educators are transforming the landscape of autism education, paving the way for brighter futures and boundless opportunities for our students.

About the School: 

Aspect Hunter School provides placement for approximately 250 students on the autism spectrum bewteen Years 3 to 12 at its main school at Thornton, and across its satellite classes within the Catholic and Department of Education schools in Newcastle, Hunter and Port Macquarie regions. Aspect Hunter School also offers a Distance Education program for students on the autism spectrum in years 3 to 12 from across NSW. 

To find out more about our school, click here.

What you will do:

Lead a school culture that demonstrates Aspect’s Mission, Vision and Values. Work within a team, using a person-centred approach, to implement the Aspect Comprehensive Approach (ACA) to teach students the skills, knowledge and strategies they require to achieve their potential and facilitate them to positively engage with their community.

Provide expert educational leadership to the school to ensure every student is developing the necessary skills to positively engage in their current and future environments. Promote family focused and person-centred approaches in all aspects of the school.

Click here to view the position profile.

What we are looking for:

• Experience in successfully managing and developing teams in the education sector including multi-disciplinary teams (special education services preferred)
• A proven ability working with government and corporate sector to secure funding
• Demonstrated experience building collaborative and effective relationships with community stakeholders (e.g. P&F, other local schools and community groups)
• Professional experience working with children with an autism or a related disorder
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• A proven ability to financially manage a school.
• Demonstrate the principles of professional practice as per  Australian Professional Standards for Principals.
• NSW Working with Children Check clearance for paid employment
• Current driver's license
• You may be required to provide an international police clearance

What we offer:

• Ongoing learning opportunities for advancement
• Competitive salary
• Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
• Employee referral incentive
• Access to a wide range of discounts through Perkbox on everyday purchases
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program

Click here for a summary of some of the benefits you can access when working at Aspect.

To Apply - Please include your resume and complete the candidate questionnaire; a cover letter is optional. 

Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration step level.  

Enquiries should be directed to - Kirsten Mason, Senior Manager, and Business Partner, Workforce Planning, 0437 633 407.

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.

Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au