Organisation / Entity: Teaching Service
Job category: Schools | TCH Other
Job location: Illawarra & South Coast
Job reference number: 0000ALPR
Total remuneration package: The total remuneration package will be $225,322.00. This classification attracts a base salary of $201,040.00.
Contact: Megan Couvee 6200 5006
Closing date: 19/06/2024 - 04:00 PM
Position Information
Yass High School is situated 50 km from the ACT in one of the fastest growing rural areas in NSW, leading to greater diversity in our community. There have been significant upgrades and infrastructure projects including a Trade Skills Centre, state of the art STEM building and a multi-purpose Hall. The current total enrolment is approximately 525, with significant growth in Year 7-10 and Support classes. A Pathways Class was established in 2021 to offer an alternative educational program for Stage 5 students who identify employment or a trade as a post-school goal. The percentage of enrolled students who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander is increasing (currently 9%), with improving retention into and successful completion of Year 12. There are a small number of EAL/D students (less than 5%) and this is also increasing as new families move into the area.
Preparing our diverse range of students through the provision of a broad curriculum with pathways towards higher education and skill-based employment careers is an expectation of our community. They value the strong partnerships between the school and local business groups to promote community engagement, civic pride and personal values.
The rural setting of the school gives a significant focus on Agriculture and Primary Industries. Students participate in a range of sports at local, regional and state competitions. Creative and Performing Arts, Gifted and Talented programs and VET (Vocational and Educational) courses provide opportunities for students to achieve personalised goals. Our community partners support students to develop civic values and positive community behaviours.
Our significant school improvement focus is on Student Growth and Attainment, High Expectations Culture and Educational Leadership. The strategic improvement plan will be supported by a range of equity funding, including Aboriginal background, socio-economic background and low-level adjustment for disability.
For more information on our school, please visit https://www.yass-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/
Selection Criteria
In addition to the general selection criteria,
- Demonstrated capacity to lead, engage and inspire staff to build a positive team culture focused on continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated expertise to lead evidence based, future focused teaching practices to maximise learning outcomes for all students within and beyond the school context.
- A highly visible and engaged leader who enhances the wellbeing of students and the school community through the promotion of strong, effective partnerships.
General Selection Criteria
- High level educational leadership with the skills to lead and manage a complex public school focused on the delivery of high quality education
- Ability to lead and manage rigorous and inclusive whole school teaching and learning programs
- High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build positive relationships and engage all levels of the school and educational community
- Ability to lead and manage the development and performance of staff to improve teaching and learning
- Ability to plan systems and manage resources effectively and equitably to enhance teaching and learning
- Capacity to lead staff in implementing the Department's Aboriginal education policy and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people
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
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
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 P3 for 2025.
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 and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
New merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals have been introduced to provide greater clarity to applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are located here. To ensure that your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format.