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About this job
Position Information
Edward Public School is situated in the rural town of Deniliquin, which has a population of approximately 8,000 people. Located alongside the scenic Edward River in the Southern Riverina region, the school has a proud enrolment of 101 students, with 24% identifying as Aboriginal.
The school is widely recognised for its welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, a quality that staff and community members value highly. Students have access to a broad range of opportunities in academic subjects, sports, creative activities and cultural programs, supporting their growth and development in all areas of life.
Edward Public School is equipped with modern technology, including interactive panels and a 1:1 iPad program that ensures all students have access to effective learning tools. The school is also proud of its dedicated technology centre and STEM room, interactive panels in every classroom, well-resourced library and spacious playgrounds. These facilities contribute to providing a safe and supportive environment where students can learn, explore and play.
Student wellbeing is a key priority at Edward Public School. The school currently operates five mainstream classes and one Multi-Categorical Class, which offers tailored support for students with identified learning needs. Additionally, a daily breakfast program is available year-round and ensures every student receives the nutrition necessary to start their day ready to learn.
General Selection Criteria
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
Specific Selection Criteria
In addition to the general selection criteria,
1. Demonstrated capacity to lead the development and implementation of a student-cantered School Excellence Plan (SEP) aligned with equity, excellence and the NSW Plan for Public Education to drive measurable improvement in student growth and wellbeing.
2. Experience in developing and maintaining wellbeing systems that promote positive relationships, student support, and a safe environment demonstrated through proactive leadership that ensures every student is known, valued and cared for.
3· Evidence of being an approachable, highly visible and collaborative leader who actively builds strong, authentic relationships with students, staff, parents, Aboriginal families and the wider community, fostering a genuine sense of belonging and connection, underpinned by high expectations, shared decision-making and a collective responsibility for student success.
4. Demonstrated success of being a proactive, resilient and visible leader with a commitment to promoting the school profile and building authentic connections with parents, carers, and the wider community to strengthen a culture of productive partnerships in education.
Conditions
Special Notes
Classification Structure for Principals:
The Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions Award 2024 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 P1 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