Position Information
Condell Park High School is a comprehensive co-educational school located in the Bankstown district of Sydney, with a Support Unit for students with Autism. The school serves a culturally and linguistically diverse population of approximately 914 students, representing more than 40 language backgrounds. As a result, 67% of students require support for EAL/D (English as an Additional Language or Dialect).
In response to this diversity, the school prides itself on delivering a differentiated and inclusive curriculum that meets the learning needs of all students while fostering a connected community that promotes high aspirations and future-focused opportunities. The school motto, 'The Future is Ours,' highlights this commitment to providing high-quality teaching and learning experiences.
The school is funded for 75 teaching and 24 non-teaching staff positions, most of whom have an average of 9.5 years of engagement at our school. Early Career teachers receive intensive support through a structured induction program.
The school offers a well-balanced, holistic curriculum with a wide range of academic, vocational and sporting initiatives. An increased focus on high-potential and gifted-and-talented students through cross-curricular and high-impact learning opportunities will meet system-negotiated targets for reading, numeracy and wellbeing.
The school's Support Unit (Autism) provides a nurturing and structured setting for students with disabilities. There are five dedicated classes for students with Autism. These students participate in all school activities, reflecting the school's inclusive capacity and philosophy. The Support Unit is well recognised for its educational programs and links with the business community.
The school is undergoing significant refurbishment to secure up-to-date facilities for students, teachers and the community. The project has completed this year's planning phase, including consultation with the school and local community. The upgrade will include 16 new permanent classrooms and core facilities (school hall and sports court), the refurbishment of existing classrooms and the removal of temporary demountable classrooms.
The school's pedagogical context is driven by its commitment to providing quality education to its school community and to bridging the equity gap to equip students to become future global citizens. Over the next year, the school's core focus is to implement and embed programs that pursue its strategic directions and system-negotiated targets.
Selection CriteriaIn addition to the general selection criteria,
* Demonstrated expertise and approval to teach Business Studies, Geography, and History, with a proven ability to implement high-quality, evidence-based teaching strategies that foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting student engagement and achievement.
* A visible and approachable leader with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering a collaborative faculty culture that supports professional growth, teamwork, and shared responsibility for curriculum planning, assessment design, and the implementation of whole-school initiatives.
* Proven track record in utilising data-driven approaches to lead curriculum development, assessment moderation, and evidence-based improvements, demonstrating strategic leadership to enhance student literacy and learning outcomes.
General Selection Criteria1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning6. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy
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
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