Permanent full-time job at Buxton Public School (Buxton, New South Wales, Australia) recruited via NSW Department of Education (Sydney NSW, Australia)Job Reference 0000B0A7Closing date September 3, 2025, 2 a.m. (AEST)Location 31 Hassall Road Buxton NSW 2571 NSW, AustraliaType Full-TimeStatus PermanentContact Wendy Shepherd04366 04356About This JobPosition InformationBuxton Public School is committed to nurturing a community of caring, lifelong learners.
Situated in the semi-rural town of Buxton, with a current enrolment of 164 students and a FOEI of 123, the school provides a supportive and stimulating environment where every student feels valued and engaged, guided by the motto, 'We Care'.
The school's approach to education is evidence-informed, using data-driven practices to drive student growth.
It prides itself on providing personalised learning experiences that cater to individual student needs, ensuring every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
The dedicated staff work collaboratively, employing the latest research and professional development initiatives to deliver quality teaching and enrich students' learning experiences.Buxton Public School is a proud member of the Wollondilly Communities of Schools, participating in various cultural and sporting events that connect students with the wider community.
The school site is rural, with a large playing area.
Together with parents and the community, the school creates a safe, engaging, and vibrant school environment where every child thrives.General Selection CriteriaHigh 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 Specific Selection CriteriaIn addition to the general selection criteria,Evidence of inspiring, visible leadership with excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to continue to genuinely engage and build authentic connections and a strong sense of belonging with students, staff, parents and the wider community.
Demonstrated strong leadership to continue to drive a culture of improvement, targeted professional learning and high expectations for all students.
Demonstrated leadership to lead and support the implementation and achievement of Department of Education priorities and the Plan for Public Education.
ConditionsAn 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 NotesClassification Structure For PrincipalsThe 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 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 P1 for 2025Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.About The NSW Department Of EducationThe 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 ( ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and InclusionNew 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 .
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