Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the educational and administrative aspects of primary, middle or intermediate and secondary schools including physical and human resources. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Determining educational programs based on curricula set by educational authorities
Implementing systems and procedures to monitor school performance and student enrolments
Directing administrative and clerical activities concerning student admissions and educational services
Preparing school budgets and maintaining budgetary controls
Promoting the educational program, and representing schools in the wider community
Supervising the maintenance of school facilities
Enforcing a disciplinary code to create a safe and conducive environment for students and teachers
Organising and implementing methods of raising additional funds in conjunction with parent groups
Controlling selection, training and supervision of staff
May teach students
Alternative Titles
• Headmaster/mistress
Assessment Documents
Qualifications
Employment references
CV
Passport
English test
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School Principal (ANZSCO 134311) | Australian Occupation Guide