Principal Level P3 - North Rocks Public School

Educationhq; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

North Rocks Public School in The Hills Network invites applications from experienced educational leaders for Principal Level P3. The role oversees 856 students across Kindergarten to Year 6, promotes inclusion, explicit teaching and evidence-based programs, and strengthens community partnerships.

You will lead staffing, curriculum implementation, and resource planning, with an emphasis on data-driven improvement and Aboriginal education outcomes, navigating NSW Department of Education policies

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Proven capability as a highly visible, approachable and collaborative leader who builds trust and fosters authentic connections with students, staff, families and the wider community
• Demonstrated ability to use data, research and evidence-informed practice to drive whole-school improvement, evaluate impact and achieve sustained improvements in student outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, promotes wellbeing and respect, and ensures equitable access to resources, opportunities and high-quality learning for all students
• Proven ability to effectively lead curriculum implementation in a high performing school with a culture of high expectations

Skills

Educational leadership

Change management

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Full teaching approval (NSW)

Principal Certification (P3)

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Job description

Principal Level P3 - North Rocks Public School

North Rocks Public School, located in The Hills Network, has approximately 856 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is renowned for academic excellence and offers a diverse range of learning opportunities through 32 mainstream classes, 2 Opportunity Classes and a support unit with 2 Autism classes and one IO class. With 68% of students from non-English speaking backgrounds and six students identifying as Aboriginal, the school values inclusion and cultural diversity. Guided by Choice Theory, North Rocks Public School promotes safety, honesty, personal responsibility and respect. The school fosters high expectations, explicit teaching and evidence-based programmes within a culture of collaboration and differentiation. Strong community partnerships and an active Parents and Citizens Association reflect the school's commitment to excellence and student success.

About this job

Position Information

North Rocks Public School, located in The Hills Network, has approximately 856 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The school is renowned for academic excellence and offers a diverse range of learning opportunities through 32 mainstream classes, 2 Opportunity Classes and a support unit with 2 Autism classes and one IO class. With 68% of students from non-English speaking backgrounds and six students identifying as Aboriginal, the school values inclusion and cultural diversity. Guided by Choice Theory, North Rocks Public School promotes safety, honesty, personal responsibility and respect. The school fosters high expectations, explicit teaching and evidence-based programmes within a culture of collaboration and differentiation. Strong community partnerships and an active Parents and Citizens Association reflect the school's commitment to excellence and student success.

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

Specific Selection Criteria

In addition to the general selection criteria,

Proven capability as a highly visible, approachable and collaborative leader who builds trust and fosters authentic connections with students, staff, families and the wider community.

Demonstrated ability to use data, research and evidence-informed practice to drive whole-school improvement, evaluate impact and achieve sustained improvements in student outcomes.

Demonstrated ability to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, promotes wellbeing and respect, and ensures equitable access to resources, opportunities and high-quality learning for all students.

Proven ability to effectively lead curriculum implementation in a high performing school with a culture of high expectations.

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 details the new principal classification structure based on complexity of schools which commenced in 2016. Please view information on the Classification structure for Principals athttps://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 P3 for 2026 and Principal Level P3 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. For more information, visitNSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion