Head Teacher English - Cumberland High School

NSW Government; Sydney; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 174,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education is seeking a Head Teacher at Cumberland High School in Sydney Region. You will lead literacy initiatives, oversee English and literacy outcomes and drive collaborative programs across faculties.

The role requires proven leadership, experience with EAL/D learners and a commitment to high standards of teaching and student welfare. This permanent role offers a flexible work arrangement and alignment with school excellence plans.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead collaborative teams and differentiate learning for EAL/D students.
• Skilled in data analysis to identify learning needs and drive literacy improvement.
• Experience leading faculty teams and implementing leadership in school plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage students, staff and parents.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analysis

Differentiated instruction

EAL/D education

Education

Full teaching approval NSW

Teacher training requirements

Job description

Location

Sydney Region

Number of Positions

1

Remuneration

Total Remuneration Package: Remuneration package valued at $174,015.00. This position attracts a base salary of $153,531.00, plus leave loading and employer’s contribution to superannuation.

School Name

Cumberland High School

FTE

1.000

Contact Name

Matina Shadwick

Contact Phone number

98717718

Contact School Admin

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Closing Date

25-Nov-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Cumberland High School is a comprehensive high school, with a population of approximately 1200 students, located in Carlingford. The school has a diverse cultural population including 73.9% non-English speaking background and 57 different languages. Our school is driven by the core values of Respect, Responsibility and Excellence. These values permeate the teaching and learning environment and provide the context that enables students to thrive and reach their potential. Cumberland High School promotes excellence in learning and the provision of collaborative leadership that supports rich curriculum offerings with a strong emphasis on student leadership, academic, cultural, music and sporting excellence. Cumberland High School is a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) high school that provides strong whole-school wellbeing initiatives for all students including students from a non-English speaking background, high potential learners, students with additional learning needs and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

Specific Selection Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria,

1. Proven ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff, to lead the development and implementation of engaging, differentiated learning experiences for EAL/D students with demonstrated use of innovative pedagogy to maximise student growth and attainment.
2. Highly developed skills in analysing data to identify student learning needs and contribute proactively to planning and driving continuous improvement in EAL/D education and whole school literacy.
3. Demonstrated capacity to supervise and lead faculty teams, fostering collaboration among staff with a targeted approach to driving staff professional learning tailored to the teaching of literacy.
4. Highly developed instructional leadership and demonstrated effectiveness as a proactive member of the executive team to lead the development and evaluation of initiatives in the School Excellence Plan and enhance English and literacy learning outcomes.

General Selection Criteria

1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice 2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs 3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams 4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents 5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning 6. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy

Conditions

An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.

Special Notes

The Eligibility Requirements for Head Teacher Positions in NSW Government Schools are located here.

Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.

This advertisement qualifies for permanent part-time employment; therefore, applicants seeking either permanent full-time or permanent part-time work are encouraged to apply. Candidates must indicate their desired FTE (up to the maximum FTE of the advertised position) in their application prior to submission.

Please note:

• The FTE selection is final.
• No changes (increase or decrease) will be permitted at the point of offer if you are the recommended applicant.
• If no FTE is indicated, it will be assumed you are seeking the full FTE of the advertised role.

Recommended applicants seeking part-time employment will be appointed at their nominated FTE. Any remaining FTE may be offered to applicants on the eligibility list, who are not obliged to accept. Further information can be found on the merit selection webpage.

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

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