Head Teacher English

Head Teacher English - Springwood High School Springwood High School is a comprehensive high school located in Faulconbridge in the mid‑Blue Mountains, situated on Dharug land. The school has an enrolment of approximately 563 students, with 8% identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and 5% EAL/D. Our deep commitment to explicit teaching ensures students receive high‑quality instruction that drives strong learning growth, enabling every student to reach their full potential. As part of the HPGE Partner Schools Program, Springwood High School will benefit from upgraded facilities designed to broaden learning opportunities and enhance the delivery of tailored HPGE initiatives. The school is committed to strengthening wellbeing processes, ensuring that every student is known, valued, and cared for. The Wellbeing Hub provides targeted support for students with individual learning needs, and our Support Unit at Glenbrook provides a smaller, supportive environment for students with diagnosed mental health needs. Strong partnerships with local primary schools ensure smooth transitions and consistent learning, reinforcing Springwood High School as the local school of choice. Selection Criteria Demonstrated capacity to lead and manage an English faculty, maintaining a visible and supportive leadership presence that enhances teaching practice and student achievement. Proven ability to plan and program the English syllabus, catering for the diverse learning needs of all students, including high potential and gifted learners. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the proven ability to foster positive relationships with staff, students and families. Demonstrated ability to actively contribute as a member of the school executive, leading and supporting the school’s strategic directions and driving evidence‑informed literacy improvement initiatives across the school. 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 programmes. 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 required to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of the application. About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia, responsible 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 adjustments are needed to our recruitment or interview process, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (*****@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 your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format. #J-18808-Ljbffr