Head Teacher Teaching and Learning - Melonba High School

NSW Government; Blacktown , Sydney; On-site; AUD 152,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Melonba High School is seeking a Head Teacher Teaching and Learning to lead curriculum development and improve teaching quality across Years 7–10 in a fast-growing Sydney region school.

In this leadership role, you will mentor staff, drive data-informed decisions, and partner with families and the community to promote excellent student outcomes within the NSW curriculum framework.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teaching staff to innovate and improve teaching and learning practices.
• Extensive knowledge of the NSW curriculum and effective teaching programs that enhance student engagement.
• Experience using student performance data to drive instructional decisions and improvements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with students, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire teaching staff to innovate and improve teaching and learning practices.
• Design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs aligned to the NSW curriculum.
• Use data analysis to monitor teaching effectiveness and drive improvements.
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider school community.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Data-driven instruction

Staff mentoring

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Collaborative culture

Education

Full NSW teaching approval

Job description

Job Description

Head Teacher Teaching and Learning – Melonba High School (0000BDSE)

Location

Sydney Region

Advertisement Number

A900158627

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package

Total Remuneration Package: Remuneration package valued at $168,946.00. This position attracts a base salary of $149,059.00, plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation.

School Name

Melonba High School

Staffing Area

Blacktown

FTE

1.000

Contact

Phone number 98302000

School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

28-Oct-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Melonba High School is a school located in the new suburb of Melonba near Marsden Park. It opened in temporary premises at the start of 2024 with Years 7 and 8 students and is now our permanent premises from the beginning of 2025, now with students in Years 7, 8, 9 and 10. 2027 will see our first Year 11 cohort.
We are experiencing rapid growth enrolment with 1137 students currently and projected to be 1450 students in 2027. When completed, the school will have capacity for 2000 students. Our first HSC cohort will be in 2028.The school incorporates an innovative and future focused educational model, reflective of agile teaching and learning areas while also supporting the welfare needs of students.

Specific Selection Criteria

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

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teaching staff to innovate and improve teaching and learning practices, including experience in curriculum development, staff mentoring, and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
• Extensive knowledge of the NSW curriculum and contemporary pedagogical strategies, with a proven track record of implementing effective teaching and learning programs that enhance student engagement and achievement.
• Experience in using data analysis and student performance data to drive instructional decisions, monitor teaching effectiveness, and support continuous improvement in student outcomes.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider school community to promote a positive and inclusive school culture.

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.

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