Head Teacher Secondary Studies- Peak Hill Central School

Permanent full-time job at Peak Hill Central School (Peak Hill, New South Wales, Australia) recruited via NSW Department of Education (Sydney NSW, Australia)
Job Reference 0000B5HN
Closing date March 4, 2026 (AEST)
Location Caswell St, Peak Hill 2869 NSW, Australia
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Katrina Bulmer
6869 1304

About this job

Position Information

Peak Hill Central School is located in the Central West of New South Wales and serves a rural community of approximately 1000 people. The school is located on the Newell Highway between two major rural centres; Dubbo and Parkes. We are located on Wiradjuri country of the First Nation's people, with the Bogan River close by.

Peak Hill Central School is a nurturing and supportive school with approximately 140 students. Approximately 65% of our students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. The school aims to embrace the local Wiradjuri culture and language.

The school has exceptional facilities and resources, including well maintained classrooms, state of the art Trade Training Centres (Hospitality, Metals and Timber) and Science Lab, an indoor gym and vibrant and dynamic outdoor learning spaces, including an agricultural farm. All classrooms are air-conditioned, fitted with Smart Interactive TVs and all students have access to multiple technology spaces including laptops.

Stage 6 students participate in the Western Access Program to complete their Higher School Certificate, utilising the expertise of teachers across multiple sites, including Peak Hill, Yeoval, Trundle, Tottenham and Tullamore. The program involves the use of innovative multi-modal technologies and practical days to deliver quality curriculum across a wide variety of subjects. 

The school currently has 20 teaching staff with 17 administrative and support staff, which includes an Aboriginal Education Officer.

Peak Hill Central School is committed to the partnership agreement Walking Together- Working Together between the NSW AECG Inc and the Department of Education and continuing to strengthen its partnerships with the local community and the local AECG. This partnership has a strong focus on raising expectations, promoting literacy and numeracy and providing opportunities for post school destinations. 

The school is a 6-point incentive school which attracts additional benefits for staff and subsidised Teacher Housing is available.

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. Demonstrated experience in fostering strong partnerships with local communities and families that support student success and community involvement in school activities.
  2. Proven ability to lead and participate effectively in collaborative, team-based approaches to curriculum development and delivery, promoting inclusive and respectful staff relationships that enhance a positive school culture.
  3. Expertise in developing and implementing proactive student wellbeing strategies that create safe, supportive, and positive learning environments, particularly for students from diverse backgrounds.
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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