Principal Leader — Drive Whole-School Growth & Partnerships

Educationhq; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakehurst Public School in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a Principal Level P2 to lead a diverse public school of about 400 students. You will champion literacy and numeracy, drive explicit teaching, and implement data-informed interventions while building strong partnerships with families and the P&C.

An unconditional full approval to teach is required; you will oversee staff performance, resource planning, and Aboriginal education initiatives within the NSW Department of Education framework.

Qualifications

• High level educational leadership to run a complex public school.
• Lead rigorous and inclusive whole-school teaching and learning programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage all levels of the school community.
• Lead staff development to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
• Plan systems and manage resources effectively and equitably.
• Lead staff in implementing the Department's Aboriginal education policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a student-centred vision aligned with Our Plan for NSW Public Education.
• Drive sustained whole-school improvement with measurable student growth.
• Build partnerships and foster community engagement to support wellbeing and learning.

Skills

Educational leadership

Whole-school programs

Communication skills

Staff development

Resource planning

Aboriginal education policy

Education

Full NSW teaching approval

Job description

Wakehurst Public School in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a Principal Level P2 to lead a diverse public school of about 400 students. You will champion literacy and numeracy, drive explicit teaching, and implement data-informed interventions while building strong partnerships with families and the P&C.

An unconditional full approval to teach is required; you will oversee staff performance, resource planning, and Aboriginal education initiatives within the NSW Department of Education framework.