Group
Occupation
141132 School Principal
Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
141132 School Principal
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the educational and administrative aspects of schools, including physical and human resources.
Registration or licensing is required.
Assistant School Principals and deputy school principals are excluded from this occupation. Assistant School Principals and deputy school principals are included in Occupation 141131 Assistant School Principal.
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- 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