Request for Referee’s Report for

Onehunga Primary School

Dear

______is an applicant for the following position at Onehunga Primary School and has named you as a confidential referee.

Deputy Principal, 4MU. (additional fixed term units may be available)

Our richly multi cultural school is set in the heart of Onehunga. The roll of just under 430 students is growing and we are in an exciting phase of growth and development. The unexpected need to support whanau, has meant one of our DPs will be leaving Auckland at the end of 2016.

We are seeking a highly effective, dynamic and genuinely caring educator and leader to join our diverse community of learners. Applicants must be approachable and skilled in developing positive relationships with members of the school and wider community.

The successful applicant must have excellent NZ curriculum and pedagogical knowledge, and have a proven track record of highly effective leadership.

If you are innovative and enjoy having the freedom to offer and try new ideas, and have a sense of humour and excellent interpersonal skills, then this position is for you.

Would you please forward the completed referee’s report to

Confidential Application for Deputy Principal Position

Onehunga Primary School

122 Arthur Street

PO Box 13356

Onehunga

Auckland 1643

Attn: Viki Holley (Principal)

or email it to:

Please return the form by Wednesday 31 August 2016.

Yours sincerely

Viki Holley

Principal

Referee’s Report for the Position of

Deputy Principal

Name of Applicant:
Position applied for: / Deputy Principal
Name of Referee:
Address: / Phone
Fax
Relationship to Applicant:
How long have you known the applicant?
Are you prepared to be contacted by telephone to follow up on the information contained in this report if necessary? / YES / NO
Signed: / Date:
This is a confidential document. Its contents will be disclosed only to members of the Board of Trustees and those assisting with the appointments process. At the conclusion of the appointments process the report will be destroyed and not held for future appointments or staff records.

Completing this referees’ report

Please rank the applicant on a scale of 1 to 5, where 1 is low (needs developing) and 5 is high (highly developed) by placing a √ in the appropriate boxes. Any additional comments you have would be appreciated.

If you require additional space to write, please use the back of each page.

If you are unable to make a judgement about the applicant due to insufficient information please leave blank.

Leads with moral purpose, integrity and has the ability to make sound and ethical judgements. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
Reason for the rating:
Demonstrates cultural sensitivity, responsiveness and understanding of students’ cultural diversity and is committed to working in a multicultural community. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Recognises that student learning is paramount and is committed to all students achieving success through competent use of data to improve student achievement. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Has a thorough and current understanding of NZ Curriculum, Treaty of Waitangi and reporting requirements and is committed to own ongoing professional learning and development. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Understands current teaching and learning practice appropriate to a 21st century learning environment.
/ 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Demonstrates sound knowledge in developing an integrated curriculum through modern learning pedagogies. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Identifies new opportunities and innovations and leads change where appropriate. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Develops and maintains excellent professional relationships with staff; is open and approachable. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Is committed to professional learning development of colleagues and is able to support their performance and growth, inspiring educational excellence. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Provides sound pastoral care and develops warm and friendly professional relationships with all students and families. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
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Is a team player who is flexible in outlook, resilient and resourceful with a sense of humour. / 1 low / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 high
Reason for the rating:

What do you consider to be the applicant’s three most significant strengths in relation to this position?

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What do you consider to be the applicant’s three most significant areas in need of development in relation to this position?

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Are there any other comments that will assist with consideration of this applicant?

SUMMARY: / Outstanding
No
Reservations
(Top 5%) / Highly Recommended
(Top 10%) / Recommended Some Reservations
(Top 50%) / Not Recommended
(Bottom 50%)
How would you rank the applicant for the position?

Why did you choose that particular ranking? Please explain and be as specific as possible:

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