Head Teacher PD/Health/PE

Job Description - Head Teacher PD/Health/PE - Turramurra High School (0000B43P) Head Teacher PD/Health/PE - Turramurra High School - 0000B43P Location Sydney Region Advertisement Number A Number of Positions 1 Total Remuneration Package Remuneration package valued at $168,946.00. This position attracts a base salary of $149,059.00, plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation. School Name Turramurra High School FTE 1.000 Contact Information Name: Megan PollardPhone number: School Admin: Closing Date 03-Dec-2025, 5:00:00 AM Job Category TCH Other Organisation Teaching Service Position Information Turramurra High School is a vibrant and dynamic coeducational secondary school located on the beautiful Upper North Shore of Sydney. With a diverse student body of 1,000 students, the school is a thriving educational community that embraces academic excellence, personal growth, and a commitment to inclusivity. At Turramurra High, 38% of students come from non-English speaking backgrounds, we proudly support the education of Aboriginal students, and currently offer an International Students Program in Years 10 - 12, all of which contribute to the school’s rich cultural diversity. Offering a comprehensive education, the school is dedicated to ensuring that each student reaches their full potential. Students are provided with a broad curriculum and a wide range of extra-curricular activities that cater to a variety of interests. The school enjoys strong support from its P&C and local community, and has developed lasting partnerships with nearby organisations, schools, and networks across the region and state. Turramurra High School is committed to a culture of growth and continuous improvement. Both students and staff are deeply engaged in reflection and refinement of practice, ensuring a continual pursuit of excellence in everything they do. With an emphasis on explicit teaching and fostering a love of learning, Turramurra High prepares its students for success in their academic journey and beyond. Specific Selection Criteria Experience in teaching PDHPE (7–12) with a demonstrated commitment to building the capacity of others within the faculty. Demonstrated capacity to lead inclusive PDHPE teaching and learning programs that engage and support all students, including the effective provision of opportunities for high potential and gifted learners. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to connect with all key stakeholders and learning community members to effectively build relationships that improve learning outcomes for all students. Capacity to work collaboratively with the executive team, school and wider community to implement the priorities and initiatives outlined in the SEP. 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 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 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 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. EEO Statement We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr