Teaching Principal Level TP1 - Upper Lansdowne Public School

NSW Police Force; Upper Lansdowne; On-site; AUD 149,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Lansdowne Public School in Regional NSW is seeking a Teaching Principal (TP1) to lead teaching and learning, drive enrolment initiatives and oversee staff performance within a small rural context.

The successful candidate will hold full approval to teach, demonstrate strong leadership, collaborative approach, and capacity to engage with the local community to deliver high-quality education. Remuneration includes base salary around 149,059 AUD with total package about 168,946 AUD.

Qualifications

• High level educational leadership required to lead a complex public school.
• Ability to deliver rigorous and inclusive whole-school teaching and learning programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging all levels of the educational community.
• Capacity to lead staff development and performance to improve teaching and learning.
• Ability to plan systems and manage resources equitably to enhance outcomes.
• Experience supporting Aboriginal education policies and outcomes.

Skills

Educational leadership

Whole‑school teaching

Communication

Staff development

Resource planning

Aboriginal education

Job description

Job Description - Teaching Principal Level TP1 - Upper Lansdowne Public School (0000BDQC)

Teaching Principal Level TP1 - Upper Lansdowne Public School - 0000BDQC

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Location

Regional NSW

Number of Positions

1

Advertisement Number

A900158569

Closing Date

21-Oct-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Salary and Remuneration

Total Remuneration Package: The total remuneration package will be $168,946.00. This classification attracts a base salary of $149,059.00.

School Information

Upper Lansdowne PS is a small rural school situated 24 km from Taree. The school enjoys a family-orientated atmosphere
and strong sense of community. "Friendship and Learning" underpins the school's holistic educational experience,
ensuring that students not only excel academically but also thrive socially and emotionally within a supportive community.
Our vision is to establish a focused, collaborative, and data driven culture that upholds high expectations for all students. Through ongoing professional development, we will cultivate a community of educators who are committed to continuous improvement, thereby ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed an thrive in their educational journey.

Position

This advertisement is for a TP1 Teaching Principal position.

Specific Selection Criteria

• Approval to teach infants and/or primary
• Proven ability to develop and implement targeted programs or initiatives that address enrolment challenges and improve student retention
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and adaptability when working in a small rural school setting with limited resources
• Understanding and appreciation of the unique needs of rural communities and the role of the school within that community

General Selection Criteria

• 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 policies 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 Teaching Principal Level TP1 for 2026 and also 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, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ( [e-mail] ) or 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.