Principal Level P1 - Edgeware School

NSW Government; Sydney; On-site; AUD 166,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgeware School, a specialised 7–12 setting in inner western Sydney, seeks a dynamic Principal Level P1 to lead teaching and learning across the school. The successful applicant will demonstrate trauma-informed, inclusive leadership and drive high-quality teaching to improve student outcomes.

The role requires a full teaching approval in NSW and capacity to engage families and external partners. WWCC clearance and compliance with the Department’s policies are essential; closing date is 18

Qualifications

• Approval to teach in NSW with demonstrated leadership in a complex school.
• Proven ability to lead inclusive, trauma-informed practice for students with diverse needs.
• Proven results in building partnerships and planning to improve outcomes.
• High level instructional leadership to build staff capacity and meet system priorities.
• Experience catering to students with mental health needs and embedding wellbeing initiatives.
• Ability to lead and manage staff development and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Trauma-informed practice

Stakeholder engagement

Instructional leadership

Education

Full teaching approval NSW

Job description

Job Description - Principal Level P1 - Edgeware School (0000BEHQ)

Principal Level P1 - Edgeware School - 0000BEHQ

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Location

Sydney Region

Advertisement Number A900159292

Number of Positions

1

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

Staffing Area Port Jackson

FTE 1.000

Contact Phone number 0476005290

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

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

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Edgeware School is a diverse, supportive and nurturing learning community located in the inner western suburb of Hurlstone Park. It is a specialised 7-12 setting, catering to students diagnosed with mental health disorders and demonstrate anti-social and serious disruptive behaviours. Edgeware draws students from across the metropolitan area and currently has an enrolment of 35 students. 27% students identify as Aboriginal and 25% have EALD backgrounds. Enrolment figures fluctuate to include emergency placements and transitions in and out, including other educational and vocational pathways.

The dedicated staff work collaboratively to embody the school’s motto, “Engage, Achieve, Develop,” by prioritising student engagement while delivering quality, explicit teaching tailored to individual needs. Staff work in partnership with families and external stakeholders to provide consistent learning routines, skill building and post school pathways. The successful applicant will be a dynamic and experienced educational leader who can demonstrate a proven track record of leading cultural excellence in collaborative practice, cultural cohesion and student learning outcomes in a complex setting.

Specific Selection Criteria

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

1. Demonstrated inclusive, collaborative trauma-informed practice leading continuous improvement for students with complex and diverse needs in an intensive specialised setting

2. Proven results in building productive partnerships with the school community and leading strengths-based, individualised planning that responds to individual student context to improve student outcomes

3. Proven ability to provide high level instructional leadership to build staff capacity in meeting system priorities articulated in the NSW Department of Education’s Plan for Public Education.

4. Demonstrated experience in catering to the needs of students with mental health diagnoses by embedding impactful wellbeing initiatives that allow students and staff to connect, succeed and thrive.

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 Principal Level P1 for 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

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