Principal Level P2 - Cook School
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LocationSydney Region
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 6d ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Approval to teach (unconditional full approval to teach)
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain purposeful partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen coordinated support and drive improved whole-school learning and wellbeing outcomes
Clear evidence of being an open, collaborative and resilient leader with the ability to make informed and strategic decisions in the best interest of students, staff and parents
Demonstrated capacity to proactively communicate and visibly engage with the entire school community in authentic ways that are culturally sensitive and innovative with a strong commitment to maintaining valuable partnerships with parents and the wider community
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 policy and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people
Include details of WWCC clearance number as part of this application
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About the company
Cook School is a specialist education setting (School for Specific Purpose) located in the Sutherland Shire. The school has a current enrolment of 68 students, including 14.7% Aboriginal students.
Cook School provides specialist support for students impacted by complex trauma, mental health conditions, behaviour difficulties and autism.
Students at Cook School predominantly remain as a shared enrolment with their local mainstream school, with varying levels of transition dependent upon individual student needs.
Requirements
Approval to teach. In addition to the general selection criteria,
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain purposeful partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen coordinated support and drive improved whole-school learning and wellbeing outcomes.
Clear evidence of being an open, collaborative and resilient leader with the ability to make informed and strategic decisions in the best interest of students, staff and parents.
Demonstrated capacity to proactively communicate and visibly engage with the entire school community in authentic ways that are culturally sensitive and innovative with a strong commitment to maintaining valuable partnerships with parents and the wider community.
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High level educational leadership with the skills to lead and manage a complex public school focused on the delivery of high quality education
2.
Ability to lead and manage rigorous and inclusive whole school teaching and learning programs
3.
High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build positive relationships and engage all levels of the school and educational community
4.
Ability to lead and manage the development and performance of staff to improve teaching and learning
5.
Ability to plan systems and manage resources effectively and equitably to enhance teaching and learning
6.
Capacity to lead staff in implementing the Department’s Aboriginal education policy and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people
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.
Classification Structure for Principals:
Benefits
The Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions Award 2024 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 Principal Level P2 for 2026 and Principal Level P2 for 2027.
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 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.
For technical support please contact School Recruitment Support at 1300 863 694.
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