Head of Science - Transformative Rural School Leadership

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

Job summary

Wellington High School in NSW is seeking a Head Teacher Science to provide strategic leadership across the school, lead high-quality science teaching, and drive innovative curriculum practices for Years 7–12. The role focuses on improving student engagement, achievement, and equity within a Restorative Practice framework.

The successful candidate will demonstrate capacity for whole-school improvement, staff development, and effective collaboration with families and the community, in a rural NSW

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capacity to provide strategic leadership in developing, implementing and evaluating whole-school initiatives.
• Ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs.
• Educational leadership to build capacity and manage performance of staff and teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage students, staff and parents.
• Ability to plan and manage resources effectively to support teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of and commitment to Aboriginal education policy.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Instructional leadership

Science teaching

Job description

Wellington High School in NSW is seeking a Head Teacher Science to provide strategic leadership across the school, lead high-quality science teaching, and drive innovative curriculum practices for Years 7–12. The role focuses on improving student engagement, achievement, and equity within a Restorative Practice framework.

The successful candidate will demonstrate capacity for whole-school improvement, staff development, and effective collaboration with families and the community, in a rural NSW