Head Teacher

Narromine High School is a vibrant and inclusive 7-12 comprehensive high school, situated just 25 minutes from the regional hub of Dubbo. We take pride in our diverse academic, sporting, and creative programs, where students thrive and excel across various fields. Our school community is enriched by a student population that comprises of 72% Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students. We value our strong partnerships with the local Aboriginal Education Consultative Group, Parents and Citizens Organisation, and the Local Aboriginal Land Council. Additionally, we maintain meaningful connections with local primary schools, ensuring a seamless transition for students from Year 6 to Year 7 through our comprehensive transition program.

At Narromine High School, we are dedicated to the wellbeing of our students and the wider community. Our Wellbeing Hub is designed to support health, social, and educational needs. We also offer three support classes, including two Multi-Categorical classes and one Moderate Intellectual/Autism class, reflecting our commitment to inclusive education and effective integration practices. We strive to create a nurturing yet challenging learning environment, focusing on developing lifelong learners who are confident and compassionate members of the community. Our emphasis on student pathways to success allows us to celebrate every achievement, big or small. Core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Care are integral to our daily operations and interactions.

Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in facilitating successful wellbeing programs and/or managing a Wellbeing Hub within a school environment, ensuring the delivery of effective support services that promote positive student wellbeing and engagement.

• Proven leadership skills with experience in leading, mentoring, and supporting a diverse team of wellbeing and educational professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement in wellbeing practices.

• Comprehensive knowledge of current research related to student wellbeing and a deep understanding of the needs of students from diverse backgrounds with complex learning, health, and social needs.

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

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.

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.

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 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 ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

New merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals have been introduced to provide greater clarity to applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are located here. To ensure that your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format.