Assistant Principal - Special Education & Wellbeing

Educationhq; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell House School is seeking an Assistant Principal Special Education to lead inclusive teaching and student welfare across years 7–12. The successful candidate will drive whole‑school improvement with a focus on trauma‑informed practice and wellbeing, in collaboration with staff and families.

They must hold full NSW teaching approval, demonstrate educational leadership, and partner with the NSW Department of Education to advance Aboriginal education commitments while building pathways for

Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice.
• Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead inclusive teaching and learning programs.
• Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams.
• Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents.
• Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy.

Responsibilities

• In addition to general criteria, approve to teach special education and lead whole‑school improvement initiatives.
• Drive whole‑school strategic directions and foster a shared vision for high‑quality teaching and positive student outcomes.
• Lead and support staff through professional learning and capacity building.
• Design, implement and evaluate wellbeing initiatives incorporating trauma‑informed practices to meet diverse student needs.

Skills

Teaching leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Educational leadership

Communication skills

Resource planning

Aboriginal education policy

Education

Full NSW teaching approval

Job description

Campbell House School is seeking an Assistant Principal Special Education to lead inclusive teaching and student welfare across years 7–12. The successful candidate will drive whole‑school improvement with a focus on trauma‑informed practice and wellbeing, in collaboration with staff and families.

They must hold full NSW teaching approval, demonstrate educational leadership, and partner with the NSW Department of Education to advance Aboriginal education commitments while building pathways for