Head Teacher Technological

Job Description - Head Teacher Technological & Applied Studies - Cumberland High School (0000B1NC)

Location

Sydney Region

Advertisement Number A900147891

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package: Remuneration package valued at $164,024.00. This position attracts a base salary of $144,717.00, plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation.

School Name Cumberland High School

FTE 1.000

Contact Phone number 98717718

Contact School Admin - 99999999

Closing Date

01-Oct-2025, 6:00:00 AM

Job Category

TCH Other

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Cumberland High School is a comprehensive high school, with a population of approximately 1200 students, located in Carlingford. The school has a diverse cultural population including 73.9% non-English speaking background and 57 different languages. Our school is driven by the core values of Respect, Responsibility and Excellence. These values permeate the teaching and learning environment and provide the context that enables students to thrive and reach their potential. Cumberland High School promotes excellence in learning and the provision of collaborative leadership that supports rich curriculum offerings with a strong emphasis on student leadership, academic, cultural, music and sporting excellence. Cumberland High School is a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) high school that provides strong whole-school wellbeing initiatives for all students including students from a non-English speaking background, high potential learners, students with additional learning needs and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

Specific Selection Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position.

In addition to the general selection criteria, Proven ability to lead curriculum monitoring and assessment practices, to build capacity of staff, to ensure high-quality teaching and learning outcomes for all students.

- Expertise in leading the implementation, evaluation and improvement of curriculum that foster a culture of high expectations, engagement, and equity for a diverse range of students.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal, organisational and management skills to effectively coordinate and lead staff across multiple courses and with staff of varying teaching experiences.
- Demonstrated capacity to build and maintain collaborative professional relationships within the faculty and across the school, fostering a culture of teamwork, trust, and shared responsibility.
- Ability to lead an experienced faculty and work as part of a dynamic executive team in monitoring the implementation of the School Excellence Plan.

General Selection Criteria

1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice
2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs
3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams
4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents
5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning
6. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department/'s Aboriginal education policy

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

The Eligibility Requirements for Head Teacher Positions in NSW Government Schools are located here.

Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.

The NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion information is provided; and guidelines for merit selection apply. Attachments must be in PDF format.

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

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