Teaching Principal Level TP2 - Dorrigo Public School

Teaching Principal Level TP2 - Dorrigo Public School - 0000B41T

Location Regional NSW

Closing Date 03-Dec-2025, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category TCH Other

Organisation Teaching Service

Salary & Remuneration Total Remuneration Package: $197,241.00 (Base Salary: $174,034.00)

Advertisement Number: A900150184

FTE 1.000

Staffing Area Clarence/Coffs Harbour

Number of Positions 1

Position Information Dorrigo Public School, with a current enrolment of 77 students, is situated in the heart of the Dorrigo township on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student population is 10% of the total school enrolment. The school currently operates 4 composite classes. It is well resourced and has a family occupation index of 122.

The school fosters a culture of high expectations and our learning programs are personalised, supporting a diverse range of learners with the PBL values of Respect, Responsibility and Excellence. We value our links and partnerships with the local community, network of schools and pride ourselves on the array of opportunities we provide to our students including sporting, cultural and academic pursuits. The school has a supportive P&C that is committed and engaged to working in partnership to enable success for all students.

Specific Selection Criteria

In addition to the general selection criteria, approval to teach infants and/or primary.

Demonstrated approachable, visible and collaborative leader, who is able to empower harmonious and productive relationships with students, families and staff to effectively address the specific needs of students from a diverse range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.

Demonstrated capacity to lead strong and supportive student wellbeing and engagement programs, school behaviour management practices and build on learning and support systems.

Strong, strategic research based practices to lead and inspire staff to enable ongoing growth of student outcomes and innovation across the curriculum in multi-stage classes.

Evidence of inclusive change management practices with outstanding interpersonal skills, strong communication and high emotional intelligence to foster a positive student centred school.

General Selection Criteria

High 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 policies and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

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 Classification Structure for Principals: The Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions Award 2017 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 https://education.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers-at-education/salary-and-benefits/salary-and-awards/awards-and-determinations/teachers-award-initiatives#Principal2

The 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 Teaching Principal Level TP2 for 2025 and Teaching Principal Level TP2 for 2026.

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, 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 (dandi@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 that your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format.

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge their continued connection to their country and culture.

Contact Information Contact Name: Dafydd Thomas

Contact Phone: +61 2 9469 2806

Contact School Admin: 99999999

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