Deputy Principal — Trauma-Informed Leader for Senior Students

NGC; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Salary sacrifice up to $15,999 p/a

Small collaborative workplace

Job summary

Ngaruki Gulgul Central School is seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Principal to provide educational and operational leadership for its Kariong campus, leading Years 9–12 in a Special Assistance School setting and overseeing daily operations, staff mentoring, curriculum implementation and student wellbeing.

Working with the Principal, you will guide learning, wellbeing and campus safety with trauma-informed, culturally safe approaches, build strong relationships with families and

Qualifications

• Current NESA teacher accreditation.
• Minimum five years in a school leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of reporting systems, curriculum, assessment and student learning.
• Experience supporting students with diverse needs.
• Understanding of trauma-informed, inclusive education practices.
• Excellent communication, organisation, problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Commitment to child safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Kariong campus.
• Mentor and develop staff, supporting professional growth.
• Oversee teaching, learning, assessment and curriculum implementation.
• Lead student engagement, attendance, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Ensure trauma-informed responses to challenging situations.
• Collaborate with Principal and leadership team on school planning and priorities.
• Engage families and external services to build partnerships.
• Promote culturally responsive practice with Aboriginal students and communities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Conflict-resolution

Trauma-informed practice

Cultural safety

Child safety

Education

Current NESA teacher accreditation

Job description

Ngaruki Gulgul Central School is seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Principal to provide educational and operational leadership for its Kariong campus, leading Years 9–12 in a Special Assistance School setting and overseeing daily operations, staff mentoring, curriculum implementation and student wellbeing.

Working with the Principal, you will guide learning, wellbeing and campus safety with trauma-informed, culturally safe approaches, build strong relationships with families and