141132 School Principal

Registration or licensing is required.

Assistant or Deputy School Principals are excluded from this occupation. Assistant or Deputy School Principals are included in Occupation 141131 Assistant School Principal.

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Establishes and maintains organisational structures that support the achievement of a school's vision and values
• Ensures the delivery of comprehensive education programs to all students
• Ensures a respectful, safe, and productive learning environment for students and teachers
• Implements systems and procedures to monitor and report on a school's performance
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with all members of the school community
• Implements initiatives, practices, and priorities of relevant education authorities
• Contributes to the development, implementation, and review of school policies, programs, and operations
• Manages the selection, professional development, and assessment of staff members
• Ensures efficient and effective operations, including the management of finance, people, facilities, risk, compliance, and major projects
• May teach students