Head Teacher - Creative & Performing Arts - Nowra High School

Permanent full-time job at Nowra High School (Nowra, New South Wales, Australia) recruited via NSW Department of Education (Sydney NSW, Australia)
Job Reference 0000B87X
Closing date April 15, 2026, 2 a.m. (AEST)
Location Moss St, Nowra 2541 NSW, Australia
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Renee Gilbert
0422385302

About this job

Position Information

Nowra High School is a vibrant, inclusive co-educational secondary school serving students from Year 7 to Year 12. As part of the dynamic public education system, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures, creating a supportive community where every student can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our diverse student population of 792 students including 186 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students (23%) and 64 students from non- English-speaking backgrounds (8.5%). Our school has a growing Inclusion and Support faculty with 9 classes in 2026. 

We believe that strong partnerships are essential for nurturing a thriving learning environment. We have worked closely with parents, local businesses, and community organisations to create a network of support that enhances the educational experience for our students. Through collaborative initiatives and programs, we have been able to provide diverse opportunities that cater to the varied interests and aspirations of students in our care. 

Our resolute focus on creating pathways for all students has driven us to implement innovative programs that empower them to pursue their passions, whether in academics, sports, culture or the arts. We are committed to ensuring that every student, regardless of their background or abilities, has access to the resources and support they need to excel. 

The Head Teacher Creative and Performing Arts role leads a dedicated faculty that nurtures the varied talents and interests of students in the subject areas of Visual Arts, Music, Photography, Dance, Drama and Languages. 

Our vision is to inspire young learners to become kind, motivated and productive members of their community, fostering a culture of compassion and active engagement through education. We welcome applicants to the position of Head Teacher Creative and Performing Arts and join us to be the difference in our students' education. 

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
Specific Selection Criteria

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

  1. Approval and demonstrated experience teaching either Visual Arts and/or Music and/or Drama to years 7-12 with measurable success, and a willingness to teach all subjects within the CAPA framework. 
  2. Demonstrated excellence in classroom practice, including leadership, planning, and modelling of high-quality, evidence-based, student-centred, and differentiated teaching and learning programs leading to sustained personal, faculty and student growth.
  3. Proven capacity to work dynamically as a productive and collaborative member of the executive team to implement and manage change, analyse and evaluate data to determine priorities and lead initiatives in the school excellence plan.
  4. Proven capacity to lead and inspire high expectations, professional growth and collaboration to support faculty cohesion, consistency, accountability and clear evidence of impact on student learning and engagement.
  5. Proven experience in leading inclusive community engagement initiatives and extracurricular events that showcase student interest and talent and leverage creativity to foster positive relationships between the school and the broader community.
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.
 

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

Merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals provide clear advice for applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are available here. 

To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

 

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