Head Teacher Science - Walcha Central School

NSW Government; Walcha Council; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Walcha Central School in regional NSW is inviting applications for the Head Teacher Science role. The successful candidate will lead science (7-12) and contribute to cross-faculty teaching, with emphasis on equity and student wellbeing.

Applicants must hold unconditional approval to teach, be approved to teach Science 7-12, and be willing to teach Mathematics or PDHPE as needed. The school offers a collaborative environment and strong specialist support.

Qualifications

• Approval to teach Science 7-12 is required.
• Willingness to teach Mathematics or PDHPE.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-faculty teaching programs and support quality teaching and learning for students.
• Promote equity, wellbeing and engagement across the school.

Job description

Job Description - Head Teacher Science - Walcha Central School (0000BASX)

Head Teacher Science - Walcha Central School - 0000BASX

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Location

Regional NSW

Advertisement Number A900141582

Number of Positions

1

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.

Staffing Area Armidale

FTE 1.000

Contact Phone number 02 6777 2777

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

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

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Walcha Central School has a student enrolment of 242, comprised of 47% K-6 and 53% 7-12, in the unique setting of a central school. 29% of students identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, along with 5% of students from other cultural backgrounds. The staff and parent groups have a deep commitment to the school focusing on equity, growth, wellbeing and learning success for all students. An enthusiastic staff of all career levels, strive to lead learning for all students supported by extensive professional learning and in class Student Learning Support Officers.

Walcha Central School provides a vast array of curricula and extra-curricular activities. There are strong programs in sport, agriculture, primary and secondary debating, public speaking, choir and band. Experienced teachers focus on learning support along with high potential & gifted education, with participation and success in many competitions. There are strong ties to University of New England and TAFE in Armidale, along with community partnerships for learning. Students are supported to pursue a variety of options in their learning and pathways beyond school. The school runs the Hands on Learning program, a school funded support and engagement class for students in years 7-10, running compressed curriculum in year 11 and 12.

Walcha Central School is seeking applicants interested in promotion, a tree change and joining our expanding team of head teachers. Experience and willingness to teach mathematics, PDHPE or another KLA, along with science 7-12, is desirable.

Walcha Central School utilises a Whole School staffing model using teachers in secondary with expert subject knowledge to teach in K-6 as well as K-6 teachers teaching specific skills and extra curricula options to 7-10 students.

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Specific Selection Criteria

• Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria, Approval to teach Science 7-12. Willingness to teach Mathematics or PDHPE.
• Demonstrated capacity to build and lead a cross-faculty team to develop, implement and evaluate quality teaching and learning programs; including assessment practices, to promote improved educational outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff and the executive team to lead whole school initiatives resulting in improved student learning through well-being and engagement.

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.

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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