Principal Level P1 - Blaxland Public School

NSW Government; Sydney; On-site; AUD 184,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Blaxland Public School, located in the Lower Blue Mountains, seeks a Principal Level P1 to lead with an inclusive, evidence-informed approach and a strong focus on HPGE, wellbeing and arts opportunities. The school values community connection and a caring culture while expanding support for diverse learners.

The successful candidate will hold NSW teaching approval, lead professional learning, and drive sustained school improvement in partnership with staff, families and the wider community.

Qualifications

• Approval to teach NSW required; strong educational leadership.
• Experience leading whole-school programs and professional learning.
• Ability to embed Aboriginal education policy and inclusive practice.
• Strategic leadership in student wellbeing and positive school culture.
• Visible, approachable leadership with community partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact professional learning and teaching improvements.
• Drive student wellbeing, voice, agency and inclusive learning.
• Build authentic partnerships with parents, carers and communities.
• Oversee planning, resources and performance of staff.
• Represent school in the NSW Department of Education initiatives.

Skills

High level leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Staff development

Resource planning

Education

Full approval to teach

Job description

Job Description - Principal Level P1 - Blaxland Public School (0000BF92)

Principal Level P1 - Blaxland Public School - 0000BF92

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Location

Sydney Region

Advertisement Number

A900159927

Number of Positions

1

Remuneration

Total Remuneration Package: The total remuneration package will be $208,669.00. This classification attracts a base salary of $184,175.00.

School Name

Blaxland Public School

Staffing Area

Penrith

FTE

1.000

Contact Phone number

9394 2573

Contact School Admin

99999999

Closing Date

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

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Blaxland Public School, located in the Lower Blue Mountains, is a small, highly valued community school with an enrolment of approximately 150 students, including 8% who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. The school is recognised for its welcoming and inclusive culture, strong community connections and commitment to ensuring every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their potential. The recent establishment of a Multi-Categorical (MC) support class further strengthens the school's capacity to meet the diverse learning and wellbeing needs of its students.

A dedicated staff, comprising experienced and early career teachers, is committed to high-quality, evidence-informed teaching practices that promote student achievement and engagement. The school values High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE), with a strong emphasis on creative and performing arts and rich extracurricular opportunities, including choir, dance, sport and a newly established concert band.

As a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) school, Blaxland Public School fosters a safe and supportive environment through consistent expectations and positive relationships. The Grow Your Mind program further supports emotional literacy, resilience and student wellbeing. Inclusion, student voice and a strong sense of belonging underpin the school's culture.

The school enjoys strong partnerships with its highly engaged Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) and the Ngarra Wingarru Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG). Staff, families and the wider community work collaboratively to celebrate diversity and ensure every student is supported to learn, grow and succeed.

Entry on duty for the successful applicant is Day 1, Term 1, 2027.

Specific Selection Criteria

Approval to teach. In addition to the general selection criteria,

Demonstrated dynamic educational leadership in building teacher capability through high impact professional learning to effectively implement evidence-informed pedagogy, including explicit teaching and high potential and gifted education, fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement to achieve measurable growth for every learner.

Demonstrated strategic leadership in embedding evidence-informed approaches to student wellbeing, voice and agency, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students are empowered to shape their learning, actively contribute to school improvement, and experience a strong sense of belonging and engagement.

A highly visible, approachable and experienced leader with outstanding interpersonal skills who builds trust, empowers staff and fosters an accountable collaborative school culture to drive sustained school improvement.

Demonstrated capacity to build and sustain authentic partnerships with parents, carers, Aboriginal communities and the wider school community, fostering positive relationships, shared responsibility and a strong sense of community connection to support student learning and school improvement.

General Selection Criteria

1. High level educational leadership with the skills to lead and manage a complex public school focused on the delivery of high quality education
2. Ability to lead and manage rigorous and inclusive whole school teaching and learning programs
3. High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build positive relationships and engage all levels of the school and educational community
4. Ability to lead and manage the development and performance of staff to improve teaching and learning
5. Ability to plan systems and manage resources effectively and equitably to enhance teaching and learning
6. Capacity to lead staff in implementing the Department's Aboriginal education policy and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people

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

Classification Structure for Principals:

The Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions Award 2024 details the new principal classification structure based on complexity of schools which commenced in 2016. Please view information on the Classification structure for Principals at https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers-at-education/salary-and-benefits/salary-and-awards/awards-and-determinations/teachers-award-initiatives#Principal2

The classification and remuneration of our school principals is based on school complexity, as measured through each school’s RAM allocation. As part of the ongoing application of the new structure a review of thresholds and outcomes will occur on an annual basis.The principal classification for this school is Principal Level P1 for 2026 and 2027.

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 all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

Closing Statement

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