Deputy Principal Secondary - Sydney, Australia - NSW Government -Teaching Service

NSW Government -Teaching Service

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Sydney, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position Information:

The Conservatorium High School was established in 1918 at the behest of the inaugural director of the NSW State Conservatorium of Music, Henri Verbrugghen.

The school is part of the Port Jackson Principals Network with an enrolment of 160 students that reflects the cultural and ethnic diversity of our region.

Staff are experienced, innovative and committed to excellence, nurturing individual strengths while supporting student learning and wellbeing.

They demonstrate personal responsibility for improving their teaching practice and shared responsibility for the provision of high quality educational outcomes for every student.

Staffed and administered by the NSW Department of Education, the school also avails itself of the pedagogical expertise of top professional musicians and teachers, resident and visiting, many of whom are employed by the Conservatorium's tertiary arm, the Faculty of Music of the University of Sydney.

Selection Criteria:

In addition to the general selection criteria,

High level organisational skills with knowledge of specialist school administrative systems, to manage daily operations and processes in a shared facility.
Vibrant, dynamic and visible leadership that facilitates effective and sustained organisational improvement through evidence-based initiatives related to the School Improvement Plan (SIP)
Deep understanding of the needs of HPGE students and demonstrated capacity to lead and develop teacher capacity to work with HPGE students, incorporating student wellbeing and engaging key stakeholders.
Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively and effectively as a member of the senior executive team to lead and inspire all students, staff and the community in a culture of productive citizenship.

General Selection Criteria:

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

Conditions:

Special Notes:

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