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About this job
Position Information
William Dean Public School is on the land of the Dharug people. We have a current enrolment of 387 students with 7% of our students identifying as Aboriginal and 55% of students with a language background other than English.
The school maintains strong partnerships with families and the wider community, supported by high expectations and open communication with high levels of family participation. Teachers work collaboratively to deliver explicit, high-impact teaching aligned to syllabus expectations, supported by targeted intervention, enrichment opportunities and consistent use of data to monitor progress.
Learning programs incorporate a broad range of academic, creative and sporting opportunities, promoting student engagement and personal growth. Whole-school systems support positive wellbeing, strong attendance and continuity of learning.
Implementation of the School Excellence Plan focuses on improved reading and numeracy outcomes, as well as opportunities for strong implementation of the High Potential and Gifted Education policy. William Dean Public School continues to operate as a cohesive, diverse and highly engaged learning community committed to positive educational outcomes for all students.
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,
Evidence of being a proactive, resilient and visible leader with a commitment to promoting the school’s profile and enhancing partnerships with families and the wider educational community.
Evidence of strong educational leadership with the ability to lead the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the School Excellence Plan (SEP), ensuring explicit teaching and data-driven action in literacy, numeracy, wellbeing and attendance.
Demonstrated experience in leading a high expectation, inclusive learning culture, that meets the needs of a diverse learner population, to ensure the provision of equitable opportunities, experiences and outcomes for our students.
Conditions
Special Notes
Classification Structure for Principals:
The Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions Award 2020 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 P2 for 2025 and Principal Level P2 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
Merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals provide clear advice for applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are available here.
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