Deputy Principal - Georges River College Penshurst Campus
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LocationSydney Region
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 1w ago
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Proven ability to lead complex student wellbeing and behaviour management processes
Demonstrated expertise in building staff capacity to implement evidence-informed teaching and inclusive practices
Highly developed collaborative leadership skills, with the ability to build trust, foster collective responsibility and high expectations
Demonstrated capacity to lead evidence-informed school improvement through the effective analysis and use of data
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
Unconditional full approval to teach
Details of WWCC clearance number
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About the company
Georges River College Penshurst Campus (enrolment approximately 542 students, 78% Language Background Other Than English – LBOTE) is a dynamic, high-performing and inclusive comprehensive secondary school, completing its transition to full co-education in 2027. The school has a culturally and linguistically diverse student population and a strong reputation for academic excellence, high expectations and outstanding student achievement.
The school is committed to evidence-informed practices, explicit teaching and continuous school improvement. A strong focus on literacy, numeracy, high potential and gifted education, and differentiated learning ensures that all students are challenged, supported and empowered to achieve their personal best.
Georges River College Penshurst Campus provides a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment, with a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, positive behaviour and engagement. The establishment of an Inclusive Education Support Class in 2027 further strengthens the school’s commitment to meeting the diverse learning needs of all students.
The school offers a broad range of academic, creative, cultural, sporting and leadership opportunities, fostering student voice, belonging and personal growth. A collaborative and committed staff, strong community partnerships and a culture of high expectations underpin the school’s ongoing pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and student outcomes.
Requirements
In addition to the general selection criteria,
1.
Proven ability to lead complex student wellbeing and behaviour management processes, maintaining high expectations and fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.
2.
Demonstrated expertise in building staff capacity to implement evidence-informed teaching and inclusive practices that meet the diverse learning needs of all students, including students with disability, neurodivergent students and high potential and gifted learners.
3.
Highly developed collaborative leadership skills, with the ability to build trust, foster collective responsibility and high expectations, and strengthen productive partnerships with students, staff, families and the wider school community.
4.
Demonstrated capacity to lead evidence-informed school improvement through the effective analysis and use of data to identify priorities, monitor impact and drive measurable improvements in student learning, wellbeing, engagement and achievement.
5.
Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice
6.
Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs
7.
Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams
8.
Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents
9.
Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning
10.
Knowledge of and commitment to the Department’s Aboriginal education policy
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.
Hiring process
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 people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
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.
For technical support please contact School Recruitment Support at 1300 863 694.
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