Assistant Principal - Glenwood Public School

The school currently offers nine mainstream classes, supported by a dedicated team of both early and experienced teachers. Staff are committed to employing student-centred, evidence-based teaching approaches that promote academic growth and improve learning outcomes. In 2026, Glenwood Public School will introduce three special education Autism support classes, broadening the capacity to support the diverse learning needs of students.

The school's leadership team comprises of a Principal, an above-establishment Deputy Principal, an Assistant Principal specialising in Curriculum and Instruction, and an Assistant Principal.

Glenwood Public School benefits from a growing Parents and Citizens Federation, which has expanded over the past three years. This committed group serves as a strong voice and active partner for the broader community, consistently demonstrating robust support for the school.

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

1. In addition to the general selection criteria, approval to teach special education and/or experience teaching students with autism, complex learning and behavioural needs within a support class, with demonstrated capacity to effectively manage the dual role of Assistant Principal and exemplary special education teacher.
2. Ability to lead the successful establishment and management of a new inclusive education hub, including strategic planning, stakeholder collaboration, and embedding inclusive practices that support diverse student needs. Capacity to manage resources, drive change, and evaluate the hub’s impact to ensure positive educational outcomes.
3. Evidence of a highly visible, approachable, and collaborative leader with a capacity to build & maintain positive, inclusive, trusting relationships & partnerships with students, families, staff, external agencies & the wider community.
4. Demonstrated ability to provide specialist advice and professional support to a range of school-based personnel, including Learning and Support Teachers, and to develop and successfully implement and review adjusted educational programs for students with additional learning and support needs.

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.

All Department of Education employees working in an SSP are required to be vaccinated as outlined at Vaccination requirements for school sites (nsw.gov.au). The successful candidate for this position will be required to confirm vaccination status prior to the department finalising their appointment and entry on duty. Find the department’s latest advice on COVID-19 (coronavirus) at education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19.

Special Notes

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 people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

This advertisement qualifies for permanent part-time employment; therefore, applicants seeking either permanent full-time or permanent part-time work are encouraged to apply. Candidates must indicate their desired FTE (up to the maximum FTE of the advertised position) in their application prior to submission.

Please note:

• The FTE selection is final.
• No changes (increase or decrease) will be permitted at the point of offer if you are the recommended applicant.
• If no FTE is indicated, it will be assumed you are seeking the full FTE of the advertised role.

Recommended applicants seeking part-time employment will be appointed at their nominated FTE. Any remaining FTE may be offered to applicants on the eligibility list, who are not obliged to accept. Further information can be found on the merit selection webpage.