Tech & Applied Studies Lead – School Leadership

NSW Department of Education; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Killarney Heights High School is a comprehensive co-educational school serving 940 students, located near the northern beaches of Sydney. We seek a head teacher who can lead whole-school initiatives and support staff through professional learning, while designing inclusive, evidence-based teaching programs for all students.

The successful candidate will demonstrate educational leadership, collaboration with the executive team, and a commitment to equity and excellence in student achievement.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and implement whole-school initiatives that drive a School Excellence Plan.
• Ability to support staff through targeted professional learning and evidence-based teaching practices.
• Experience in designing and implementing engaging, differentiated teaching programs for all students, including high-potential learners.
• Experience implementing restorative practices and Positive Behaviour for Learning to foster a positive learning environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Capacity to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement whole-school initiatives to deliver the School Excellence Plan.
• Develop and support staff through targeted professional learning and evidence-based practices.
• Design and implement evidence-based, engaging teaching programs for all students, including high-potential learners.
• Lead the rollout of restorative practice and Positive Behaviour for Learning.

Skills

Educational leadership

Collaboration

Curriculum development

Job description

Killarney Heights High School is a comprehensive co-educational school serving 940 students, located near the northern beaches of Sydney. We seek a head teacher who can lead whole-school initiatives and support staff through professional learning, while designing inclusive, evidence-based teaching programs for all students.

The successful candidate will demonstrate educational leadership, collaboration with the executive team, and a commitment to equity and excellence in student achievement.