Deputy Principal Secondary - Medowie High School (Prov)

Permanent

full-time

job

recruited via NSW Department of Education (Sydney NSW, Australia)

Job Reference 0000B8VC

Closing date May 20, 2026,

2 a.m.

(AEST)

Location 6 Abundance Road, Medowie 2318 NSW, Australia

Type

Full-Time

Status

Permanent

Contact Kylee Beasley

0431 107 406

About this job

Position Information

The new Medowie High School will open to Year 7 students only at the start of Term 1, 2027. Located in Port Stephens on Worimi Country, the school serves a vibrant semi-rural community.

Recognising the unique opportunities and challenges of opening a new school, the successful applicant will be offered commencement in Term 3, 2026, prior to the completion of the site. During this period, the deputy principal will work closely with the principal to establish high-quality systems, structures and processes that support effective teaching and learning, student wellbeing, and school operations. The role includes contributing to strategic planning for the school’s establishment, supporting the development of a positive, inclusive and high-expectations school culture, and assisting in the implementation of systems to support the successful opening of the school.

A key component of the role in 2026 will be leading Year 6 to Year 7 transition processes, coordinating enrolment procedures, fostering strong partnerships with partner primary schools, families and the wider community, and supporting the successful commencement of the school’s inaugural cohort of students.

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

In addition to the general selection criteria,

1. Demonstrated capacity to lead the establishment and management of effective school operations, systems and organisational processes, including strategic planning, resource management and the implementation of structures that support the successful opening and growth of a new school.
2. Proven strong and strategic leadership skills, with the capacity to think critically, plan proactively and lead improvement through the development, implementation and evaluation of initiatives that support high-quality teaching and learning.
3. Demonstrated expertise in student behaviour support and wellbeing, with the capacity to lead the development and implementation of proactive, evidence-informed approaches that promote positive behaviour, student engagement, inclusion and a safe, supportive learning environment.

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

Please note this position is to commence 20th July 2026 (Day 1 Term 3)

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.