Head Teacher Welfare - Sydney, Australia - NSW Government -Teaching Service

NSW Government -Teaching Service

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Sydney, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Position Information:

Turramurra High School (1070 students, including 38% from a non-English speaking background), is a comprehensive, coeducational high school. The school promotes a culture across the whole school community that fosters creativity, collaboration, communication and critical reflection.

The school has an innovative approach to teaching with a view to transforming learning to be future focused and empowering individuals on their own learning journey.

The school has a reputation for achievement in academic studies, sport and the creative arts, including an outstanding band program.

The school is an active partner in a range of school networks in the local area and across NSW.

It has strong relationships with our local community, our university partners and has a sister school agreement with schools in Japan.

Selection Criteria:

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

Highly visible, approachable and engaging leader with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills who has demonstrated experience in developing and embedding policies, procedures and practices that maximise support for student learning and wellbeing.

Proven ability to harness resources within the school and to build and strengthen authentic relationships with students, staff and parents, as well as partnerships fostered with external agencies, to enhance wellbeing and student support.

Demonstrated capacity to lead the development of the Wellbeing team to provide genuine interventions which foster student engagement and improve student outcomes.

Demonstrated capacity to work as a dynamic member of the school executive team in leading initiatives that address whole school strategic directions and system negotiated targets.

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:

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

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