School Overview
Ulladulla High School is a large co-educational, rural coastal community school on the South Coast of NSW, with an enrolment of 1,152 students. The school draws from a wide geographic area, spanning from Bawley Point in the south to Manyana in the north, and reflects the diversity and character of its broader community.
The school benefits from a strong and supportive community, alongside a dedicated executive, teaching and administrative team who both live and work locally. Ulladulla High School is proudly representative of the Ulladulla community and its surrounding areas, fostering a deep sense of connection and belonging.
The senior executive and teaching staff prioritise innovative, evidence-informed pedagogy, with a clear focus on preparing students to thrive in a rapidly changing world. There is a strong emphasis on developing future-focused learners equipped with the skills and capabilities needed for successful post-school pathways.
The school has a significant Aboriginal student population (10.5 %, approximately 121 students) and places high value on recognising and celebrating cultural heritage. A strong partnership with the local AECG underpins ongoing collaboration to support the educational success and cultural identity of all First Nations students across the Ulladulla and Milton communities.
Student voice and leadership are key strengths of the school. This is reflected in a highly effective leadership framework that includes the Student Representative Council, Student Environment Council, and a comprehensive student wellbeing system.
Remuneration
Total Remuneration Package: $168,946.00, including base salary of $149,059.00, plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation.
Number of Positions
1
Closing Date
20-May-2026 6:00 AM
Full Time Equivalent
1.000
Contact
Phone: 02 4455 1799
School Admin: 99999999
Specific Selection Criteria
* Proven ability to lead, develop, and evaluate proactive, student-centred wellbeing strategies.
* Experience in building the capacity of a varied team of staff with student wellbeing responsibilities, including Learning and Support Team (LST), SSO's and Year Advisors.
* Capability to use data to inform wellbeing planning and embed the school's strategic directions for proactive support.
* Demonstrated skill in managing complex student needs, collaborating with counselors and external agencies.
* Knowledge of and commitment to embedding cultural safety and inclusivity, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
* Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills that build trusting engagements with students, staff, parents and community.
General Selection Criteria
* Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice.
* Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs.
* Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams.
* Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents.
* Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning.
* Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy.
Conditions
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.
Application Notes
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.
We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.
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