Head Teacher Technological and Applied Studies - Gunnedah High School

NSW Government; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 157,000 - 191,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Department of Education is seeking a Head Teacher Technological and Applied Studies at Gunnedah High School in Regional NSW. The role leads TAS curriculum delivery, staff development, and whole-school initiatives aligned with the School Excellence Plan.

The position is based at Gunnedah High School with strong emphasis on Aboriginal Education principles, inclusive teaching, and community partnerships. Applicants must hold NSW teaching accreditation; permanent part-time or full-time options

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and implement whole-school initiatives that drive the School Excellence Plan.
• Develop and support staff through targeted professional learning and evidence-based reflective teaching practices.
• Lead design and implementation of innovative, engaging and differentiated teaching and learning programs for all students, including high-potential learners.
• Strong understanding of TAS education with a focus on Aboriginal Education principles.
• Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare to lead inclusive teaching and learning programs.
• Educational leadership to build capacity and manage performance of individuals and teams.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Whole-school initiatives

Professional learning

Differentiated teaching

Aboriginal education principles

Communication skills

Education

Full teaching qualification

Teaching accreditation NSW

Job description

Job Description - Head Teacher Technological and Applied Studies - Gunnedah High School (0000BFQN)

Head Teacher Technological and Applied Studies - Gunnedah High School - 0000BFQN

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Location

Regional NSW

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.

School Name Gunnedah High School

Staffing Area Tamworth

FTE 1.000

Contact Phone number 02 6742 0155

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

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

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Gunnedah High School is a welcoming, comprehensive Connected Community Strategy High School. Located 78 kilometres west of Tamworth in the New England region of NSW, it serves Gunnedah and surrounding rural areas, including Boggabri, Mullaley, and Somerton. With a current enrolment of 410 students, 53% identifying as Aboriginal, the school is committed to meeting diverse student needs through tailored learning pathways and career-focused opportunities.

The school features a Special Education Unit with five MC classes, one IM class, and a Tutorial Centre from 2025, ensuring every student is known, valued, and cared for. Gunnedah High emphasises achievement and participation in academic, cultural, and sporting pursuits, celebrating student success within the school and the broader community. This inclusive, supportive environment fosters pride and holistic development, providing quality education for all.

Specific Selection Criteria

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

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with the executive team to lead, manage and implement whole-school initiatives that drive the effective delivery of the School Excellence Plan.
• Demonstrated capacity to develop and support staff at all career stages through targeted professional learning and evidence-based, reflective teaching practices that strengthen quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead the design and implementation of innovative, engaging and differentiated teaching and learning programs that meet the needs of all students, including high-potential and gifted learners.
• Strong understanding of best practice in TAS education, with a particular focus on embedding Aboriginal Education principles.

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

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.

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.