Head Teacher Secondary Studies - Cootamundra High School

NSW Police Force; Cootamundra; On-site; AUD 157,000 - 191,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education is seeking a Head Teacher Secondary Studies at Cootamundra High School (Regional NSW). The appointee will lead curriculum monitoring, assessment and improvement, building staff capacity and ensuring high-quality teaching and learning for all students.

The role requires collaboration with the executive team to drive School Excellence Plan initiatives, inclusive practices, and student wellbeing across the school community.

Qualifications

• Unconditional full approval to teach as required by NSW Department of Education.
• Experience in leading whole-school curriculum monitoring, assessment, and improvement.
• Ability to work with the executive team to lead and implement school initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead whole-school curriculum monitoring, assessment and improvement to build staff capacity.
• Drive whole-school initiatives and lead a diverse faculty with a culture of teamwork and high expectations.
• Collaborate with the executive team to implement the School Excellence Plan and drive continuous improvement.
• Support and engage staff, students and families to enhance wellbeing and outcomes.

Skills

Whole school leadership

Collaboration

Curriculum improvement

Education

Teaching qualification NSW

Job description

Job Description - Head Teacher Secondary Studies - Cootamundra High School (0000BF1T)

Location

Regional NSW

Advertisement Number A900159733

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.

FTE 1.000

Contact Phone number 0269422711

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

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

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Cootamundra High School is a vibrant rural comprehensive school serving 200 students, including 13% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and 14% from EAL/D backgrounds. Situated on 4 hectares of Gudhamangdhuray Wiradjuri land, our well-equipped campus offers excellent indoor and outdoor learning spaces that support innovative teaching and learning.

We are proud of our dedicated and diverse staff team, encompassing teachers at various career stages supported by strong middle leadership. Our school values of Respect, Responsibility, and Excellence underpin all we do, creating a welcoming and inclusive community where every student can thrive.

At Cootamundra High School, we partner closely with families, local organisations, and community stakeholders to ensure high-quality educational outcomes. Our guiding mantra, ‘Teachers Teach, Students Learn, Be Kind,’ reflects our shared commitment to high expectations, strong relationships, and a culture of respect.

This is a unique opportunity for an experience and dynamic Head Teacher to join our leadership team and contribute to the continued growth and success of our school community.

Specific Selection Criteria

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

• 1. Demonstrated expertise in leading whole school curriculum monitoring, assessment, and improvement to build staff capacity and fostering a culture of high-quality, engaging, and equitable, teaching and learning outcomes for all students.
• 2. Proven ability to drive whole school initiatives and successfully lead a diverse faculty, building a culture of teamwork, collaboration, trust, and shared responsibility to enhance both student outcomes, including wellbeing and engagement, and staff capacity.
• 3. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with the executive team to lead, manage and implement faculty and whole school initiatives that support and drive continuous improvement in alignment with the School Excellence Plan.

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.

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.

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 .

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture.