Head Teacher Suspension Centre - Bomaderry High School

Permanent
full-time
job at Bomaderry High School (Bomaderry, New South Wales, Australia)
recruited via NSW Department of Education (Sydney NSW, Australia)

Job Reference 0000B8BM

Closing date May 27, 2026,
2 a.m.
(AEST)

Location Cambewarra Rd, Bomaderry 2541 NSW, Australia

Type
Full-Time

Status
Permanent

Contact Ian Morris
4421 0699

About this job

Position Information

Bomaderry High School has a student population of 761, including 20% Aboriginal students. Supported by 80 teaching staff and 30 School Administrative and Support Staff (SASS), the school offers a broad curriculum delivered by expert educators. Our focus on professional excellence is evidenced by a significant number of teachers seeking or attaining accreditation at the Highly Accomplished level. This culture of authentic collaboration and continuous professional learning has been externally validated in 2025, with the school achieving Excelling across all 14 elements of the School Excellence Framework. Such high standards are also reflected in strong academic growth, including Year 7 and 9 NAPLAN outcomes that exceed Similar School Groups and consistently outstanding HSC achievements.

The school's state-of-the-art facilities include industry-standard workshops and a fully operational farm that supports an acclaimed agricultural program. Strategic partnerships with the University of Wollongong, TAFE, and local businesses further strengthen curriculum and technology initiatives, while success in regional and national WorldSkills competitions underscores our commitment to diverse vocational pathways. To ensure every learner is appropriately challenged, we offer robust High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) programs, enrichment classes, targeted literacy and numeracy support, and specialised vocational courses.

Bomaderry High School is committed to fostering an environment where Aboriginal culture is celebrated and integrated into the school's daily life. We proudly nurture and maintain respectful, long-standing connections with the local community through culturally responsive education and the guidance of our dedicated staff.

Holistic development is nurtured through a rich extracurricular program spanning STEM, the performing arts, public speaking, debating, and extensive sporting opportunities where students compete at regional, state and national levels. These experiences are further enhanced by international connections, such as our partnership program with Yangpyeong High School in South Korea, which enhances students' global perspectives. Supported by a strong wellbeing framework and an active Parents & Citizens Association, Bomaderry High School works in partnership with families to cultivate confident, community-minded young people equipped to lead with integrity and resilience in an ever-evolving world.

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,

Proven ability to lead and manage a suspension centre or similar educational setting, including overseeing staff, coordinating programs, and fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for students.

Extensive experience in implementing effective behaviour management strategies and restorative practices aimed at supporting students to improve behaviour and reintegrate successfully into mainstream schooling.

Ability to engage collaboratively with students, parents, staff, and external agencies, maintaining open lines of communication and building positive relationships to support student wellbeing and development.

A demonstrated commitment to addressing the diverse needs of students experiencing behavioural challenges, ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities and promoting students’ social, emotional, and academic growth.

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.