Job Description
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Hinchinbrook Public School was established in 1995 on the land of the Cabrogal Clan of the Darag Nation. It currently has a population of 482 students and there are 19 classes from Kindergarten to Year 6 including composite classes. 83% of our students come from a diverse range of language backgrounds other than English. The school is a member of the Cowpasture Principal Network and is a part of the Metropolitan South and West Directorate.
Our school shares a commitment to a supportive learning environment that places students first and focuses on quality welfare practices and skilling students to be respectful and successful citizens. As a Learning community, we are committed to providing quality learning opportunities for all students within a positive, safe and supportive learning environment.
Hinchinbrook Public School is committed to delivering targeted, differentiated and evidence-informed teaching practices that support student growth and achievement. The school maintains a strong focus on explicit teaching, effective feedback and the systematic use of data to inform decision-making and responsive classroom practice. Underpinned by a culture of high expectations, staff engage in ongoing high-impact professional learning to strengthen teaching quality and improve outcomes for all students.
In addition to the general selection criteria,
Ability to lead a complex public school through strategic, evidence-informed educational leadership, driving high-quality, inclusive teaching and learning practices that improve student outcomes.
Deep understanding of the complex wellbeing needs of all student groups with demonstrated experience in leading improvement through evidence-based wellbeing initiatives and programs.
A clear understanding of the Department's priorities and targets moving into the School Excellence in Action planning cycle, and an ability to bring collective input into authentic improvement for students that is resourced and tracked effectively and in line with policy.
An approachable, visible and collaborative leader who builds and sustains strong partnerships with the wider community, fostering authentic connections, inclusive engagement and a shared commitment to supporting student success.
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
Classification Structure for Principals:
The Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions Award 2020 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 Principal Level P3 for 2026.
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, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
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