Head Teacher of Science: Inspire Learning & Leadership

NSW Department of Education; Young; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 145,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education seeks a Head Teacher to lead whole-school initiatives and improve student outcomes in a rural high school. You will guide curriculum delivery, assessment and student welfare, and drive professional learning for staff, building a collaborative and high-expectation culture.

The role emphasizes instructional leadership, strategic planning and strong stakeholder engagement to support diverse learners and Aboriginal education priorities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capacity to provide strategic leadership in the development, implementation and evaluation of whole-school initiatives and system priorities, with a strong focus on improving student learning, engagement and achievement.
• Demonstrated ability to build the capability and performance of staff through collaborative and instructional leadership, high expectations and effective management of complex and challenging situations, while fostering a positive, accountable and supportive team culture.
• Proven ability to lead high-quality, innovative and evidence-informed teaching and learning, including curriculum implementation, explicit teaching, inquiry and practical investigation, to improve engagement, differentiation and achievement for a diverse range of learners.
• 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.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Instructional leadership

Curriculum design

Staff development

Communication skills

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

NSW Department of Education seeks a Head Teacher to lead whole-school initiatives and improve student outcomes in a rural high school. You will guide curriculum delivery, assessment and student welfare, and drive professional learning for staff, building a collaborative and high-expectation culture.

The role emphasizes instructional leadership, strategic planning and strong stakeholder engagement to support diverse learners and Aboriginal education priorities.