Head Teacher - Human Society and Its Environment - Warrawong High School

NSW Department of Education; Warrawong; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Warrawong High School in NSW seeks an inspirational Head Teacher to lead whole-school initiatives and drive improvement in teaching, learning and assessment. You will work with the school executive to implement data-informed strategies that enhance student outcomes for a diverse cohort and NSW HSC performance.

The role requires Unconditional Teaching Approval and experience leading staff to improve classroom practice, with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to Aboriginal education

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in visibly leading a faculty through improvement initiatives, using data to drive and evaluate improvements in student HSC performance.
• Proven experience leading staff to respond to diverse learning needs, including Aboriginal students and students with disability.
• Ability to work on the school executive team to lead whole-school initiatives using evidence, evaluation and planning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to lead and foster a culture of trust and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare; lead inclusive teaching and learning programs.
• Educational leadership skills to build capacity and manage performance of individuals and teams.
• Well developed communication and interpersonal skills to engage students, staff and parents.
• Ability to plan and manage resources to support teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy.

Responsibilities

• 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 and design quality, 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

Skills

Educational leadership

Data-driven improvement

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Staff development

Education

Unconditional NSW teaching approval

Experience with NSW Department of Education policies

Job description

Warrawong High School is a diverse, inclusive and aspirational learning community that proudly reflects the cultural richness of contemporary Australia. Located within the Lake Illawarra North network, we work closely with our Warrawong Community of Schools to strengthen educational opportunities and pathways for young people across our local community. With approximately 565 students, our school community brings together young people from diverse cultural, linguistic and social backgrounds. Around 46% of students have a language background other than English, with students and families representing more than 29 nationalities and 37 languages other than English. A further 11% of our students identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, enriching our school through culture, identity, connection to Country and community. With a Family Occupation and Education Index (FOEI) of 166, we are committed to creating opportunities for every student to thrive, achieve and realise their aspirations. Warrawong High School celebrates the diverse strengths, abilities, interests and aspirations of every student. Our Bayview Education Centre comprises ten classes and provides highly personalised learning opportunities that enable students with diverse abilities to develop their skills, independence, confidence and connections with the wider school community. We proudly host the region’s Intensive English Centre, supporting newly arrived, refugee and international students as they transition into Australian education. PRIME provides targeted intensive literacy and numeracy intervention, ensuring students are supported to build strong foundations for future learning. We provide opportunities for high potential and gifted students through ASPIRE and nurture future-focused learning through the Illawarra Academy of STEM Excellence, developed in partnership with industry and community. Our Real Madrid Foundation Social Sports program uses sport to build connection, confidence, participation and aspiration. Our approach to learning is grounded in high expectations, explicit teaching, strong relationships and a commitment to student growth and attainment. We value Respect, Responsibility and Resilience and strive to create a school where every student is known, valued and cared for. Through strong partnerships with families, community, education, industry and sporting organisations, Warrawong High School continues to create opportunities that enable our diverse student community to learn, grow, connect and achieve. Our students bring remarkable strengths, experiences and perspectives to our school, and we are committed to ensuring these are recognised, nurtured and celebrated. For more information about Warrawong High School, please visit: https://warrawong-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/

The position will involve the willingness to lead and manage whole school initiatives, including assessment and reporting. Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria,

• Demonstrated expertise in visibly leading a faculty through improvement initiatives, using data to drive and evaluate improvements in student HSC performance, quality teaching and effective classroom practice.
• Proven experience in leading staff to effectively respond to the diverse learning needs of students, including Aboriginal students, students from diverse cultural backgrounds, students with disability or learning difficulties, and HPGE students.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of the school executive team to lead and implement whole-school initiatives that drive strategic improvement, using evidence, evaluation and effective planning to address school and system priorities and improve outcomes for students and staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to lead and foster a culture of trust, high expectations and a commitment to continuous improvement, while building positive relationships with staff, students, parents/carers and the wider community and contributing to a positive and inclusive school environment.

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

An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.

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

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. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

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