Job Description
Reference number
0000B66R
Occupation
TCH Other
Work type
No info
Location
Sydney Region
Salary
$149,059 - $149,059
Closing date
18 February 2026 at 4:00pm
Position Information
North Sydney Girls High is an established fully academically selective school catering for over 900 high potential and gifted students. Students come from a wide range of backgrounds with 93% being of language backgrounds other than English. Students are highly motivated, aspirational and deeply involved with their school community. A concept-driven curriculum has been developed with a focus on varied and authentic assessment. Curriculum programs emphasise higher order critical and creative thinking and are complemented by extensive co-curricular sporting, cultural and civic programs. Achieving one's personal best and reflection are key elements of the school's ethos leading to a supportive and inclusive learning environment. NSGHS has a strong culture of building leadership capacity of students and staff to work towards continual school improvement and delivering the goals of our School Excellence Plan.
Selection Criteria
1. Record of outstanding results and expertise in leading, teaching and assessing Stage 6 English with innovative, high-quality teaching and learning programs that promote high expectations, intellectual rigour and engagement for HPG students.
2. Demonstrated high-level educational leadership skills and emotional intelligence, with the proven capacity to establish, lead and manage a diverse English faculty, cultivating a collaborative and high performing team environment to drive excellence in teaching and learning for HPG students from years 7 to 12.
3. Outstanding communication and organisational skills with demonstrated capacity to effectively coordinate faculty systems and processes, lead the implementation of the new Stage 6 syllabuses, build the capacity of staff and generate a shared vision of excellence that ensures measurable improvement in student learning outcomes.
4. A highly visible and approachable leader with the proven capacity to be a collaborative and dynamic member of the executive team to lead evidence-based initiatives that drive whole-school continuous improvement, including ******** teaching and literacy instruction in a HPGE setting.
General Selection Criteria
1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice
2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs
3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams
4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents
5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning
6. 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
Merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals provide clear advice for applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are available here.
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Head Teacher English - North Sydney Girls High School position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
