Head Teacher Technological and Applied Studies - Googong High School

Educationhq; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Googong High School is hiring a Head Teacher Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) to establish and lead a dynamic STEM faculty, encompassing Mathematics, Science and TAS. You will drive curriculum design and oversee a team of Head Teachers to coordinate teaching and operations for a growing school.

The role commences in term 4 to help set up the school, refine the curriculum, and prepare for incoming staff, while building innovative approaches to learning that maximise student outcomes in a

Qualifications

• Full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education.
• Proven strategic leadership capacity to guide a growing faculty.
• Ability to design high-quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of a high-impact STEM curriculum across TAS, Mathematics and Science.
• Plan for rapid faculty growth and expansion, ensuring operational and curriculum needs are met.
• Support incoming teachers and refine curriculum design for a new school.

Skills

Educational leadership

Curriculum design

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Education

Full approval to teach NSW Department of Education

Job description

Head Teacher Technological and Applied Studies - Googong High School

Googong High School will open to year 7 and 8 students in 2027. Situated in the Queanbeyan Network on Ngambri and Ngunnawal Country, the school serves a rapidly growing, highly engaged and aspirational community, with the potential for the school to expand to cater for approximately 2000 students.

The Head Teacher of Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) will be the founding member of our interdisciplinary STEM faculty. This faculty will encompass Mathematics, Science and TAS and be led by a team of Head Teachers who will work collaboratively to lead the operational, curriculum and personnel needs of a large, dynamic group of teachers. Whilst this role is for TAS, the position will take a key point in leading interdisciplinary programs within the faculty and wider school.

The Head Teacher TAS will commence in term 4 to support the challenging yet rewarding work of establishing a new school. During this time, the successful applicant will be involved in responsibilities such as refining the school’s curriculum design, preparing to support incoming teachers and assisting in the operational set up of the school.

Googong High School is being designed around an exciting and innovative curriculum structure that is founded in Learning Sciences. As a new school with the opportunity to establish a dynamic and contemporary culture, the school is building a learning design that reflects a broad research base in effective and modern teaching practices. Head Teachers of curriculum will play a unique role in establishing this vision, with a particular focus on developing approaches to learning that maximise student learning outcomes and prepare them for a rapidly changing world.

About this job

Position Information

Googong High School will open to year 7 and 8 students in 2027. Situated in the Queanbeyan Network on Ngambri and Ngunnawal Country, the school serves a rapidly growing, highly engaged and aspirational community, with the potential for the school to expand to cater for approximately 2000 students.

The Head Teacher of Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) will be the founding member of our interdisciplinary STEM faculty. This faculty will encompass Mathematics, Science and TAS and be led by a team of Head Teachers who will work collaboratively to lead the operational, curriculum and personnel needs of a large, dynamic group of teachers. Whilst this role is for TAS, the position will take a key point in leading interdisciplinary programs within the faculty and wider school.

The Head Teacher TAS will commence in term 4 to support the challenging yet rewarding work of establishing a new school. During this time, the successful applicant will be involved in responsibilities such as refining the school’s curriculum design, preparing to support incoming teachers and assisting in the operational set up of the school.

Googong High School is being designed around an exciting and innovative curriculum structure that is founded in Learning Sciences. As a new school with the opportunity to establish a dynamic and contemporary culture, the school is building a learning design that reflects a broad research base in effective and modern teaching practices. Head Teachers of curriculum will play a unique role in establishing this vision, with a particular focus on developing approaches to learning that maximise student learning outcomes and prepare them for a rapidly changing world.

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

Specific Selection Criteria

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

1. Capacity to lead the implementation of a high-impact, innovative STEM curriculum that delivers strong educational outcomes for students of all abilities and year groups.

2. Proven strategic leadership capacity, with the ability to plan for and meet the needs of a faculty during a time of rapid growth and expansion.

3. Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop the capacity of other staff to deliver quality teaching practice to all students.

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.

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.

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.