AddressSoldiers Point Public School is situated on the shores of Port Stephens, north-east of Newcastle. Our school population currently stands at 269 of which 38 identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. The school hosts an opportunity class which serves the Port Stephens network.
The school culture is welcoming and inclusive with staff, families and the wider community working together to provide engaging learning experiences for all students. Extra-curricular opportunities, including a variety of sports, choir, drama, concert and rock bands, enable students to shine in areas of interest and talent. The school has strong partnerships with an effective Parents & Citizens Association and is a member of the Tomaree learning community.
The school is committed to its focus on student growth and attainment, collective efficacy and student voice. There is a strong culture of collaborative practice within our team of caring teachers.
Selection CriteriaIn addition to the general selection criteria, approval to teach infants and/or primary,1. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a dynamic member of the executive team to facilitate, implement and evaluate school initiatives within the strategic improvement plan.
2. Willingness to lead professional learning which builds teacher capacity to enhance planning and implementation of quality learning opportunities for high potential and gifted students.
3. High level organisational and planning skills with the capacity to develop positive links with partner schools and the wider school community, specifically supporting students' transition from primary to high school.
4. Demonstrated experience and willingness to actively promote student voice, participation and leadership in decision-making.
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 ConditionsAn 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
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 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.
