Principal Induction Toolkit - Introduction
Why has this toolkit been created?
This principal induction toolkit contains information to assist school principals taking up their first appointment as a principal. It provides information principals require to fulfill the administrative and managerial responsibilities of school leadership.
What does this toolkit provide?
The toolkit has been divided into ten areas of knowledge. Each area contains links to the most recent and relevant sites, documents, circulars and booklets for that area.
- Curriculum
- Emergency & Security Management
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Risk Management and Legal Liability
- School Accountability & Improvement Framework
- Performance & Development Culture
- School Council Governance and Operations
- School Facilities Management and Accountability
- Student Wellbeing
Victorian Government School Reference Guide provides information, legislative references, regulations, policies and guidelines that assist in the governance, management, administration and operation of schools.
Professional Development
iLead 360˚ Survey
The iLead 360˚ Survey based on the Developmental Learning Framework for School Leadership will provide a more rounded and objective assessment of your school leadership capabilities by including feedback on your performance from a variety of people including your manager, peers and reporting staff.
To log on to the survey, see: iLead 360˚ Survey
ePotential
The ePotential ICT Capabilities Resource supports teachers developing their skills to integrate ICT into their classrooms. This resource enables teachers to see and use the potential of ICT for powerful learning..
To log on to the survey, see: ePotential ICT Survey
Professional Learning for Current and Aspirant School Leaders
Professional Learning for Current and Aspirant School Leaders provides development opportunities, including statewide programs for teams, aspiring leaders, assistant principals and principals as well as postgraduate courses and network activities.
For further information please see:
Useful Links
Feedback from current principals informs us that the following links are most useful and are worth book-marking for quick reference.
A to Z Listing of Principal Induction Toolkit Topics
Contacts
For information about how the Principal Induction Toolkit is being implemented in your region, please contact your regional office Regional Contact.
If you wish to comment or make suggestions for improvement to the Principal Induction Toolkit please contact the School Leadership Unit