Sarah Redfern High School is a comprehensive co-educational secondary school proudly located on Dharawal Country in Minto, within the St Andrews Network. The school is committed to providing an inclusive, high-quality education where every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their personal best.
The school serves a diverse community of 644 students, with 65% of students from language backgrounds other than English and 10% identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. This rich cultural diversity is reflected in all aspects of school life and strengthens the school's commitment to equity, inclusion and cultural responsiveness.
The Head Teacher Technology and Applied Studies will be an integral member of the Executive Team, working collaboratively to lead strategic school improvement initiatives and drive excellence in teaching, learning and wellbeing.
Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria,
Demonstrated ability to lead the effective management of TAS facilities, resources and WHS requirements while promoting exemplary teaching and learning across the Technologies curriculum.
Proven capacity to lead and develop a collaborative, high-performing TAS faculty that fosters excellence in teaching, innovation and diverse student pathways.
Capacity to work strategically with the executive team to lead whole-school improvement initiatives that enhance student outcomes and achieve the School Excellence Plan.
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
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.
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 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.
Additional Information
Sarah Redfern High School provides a safe, supportive and caring learning environment where student wellbeing underpins academic achievement and personal growth. Through a strong wellbeing framework, students are supported to develop a sense of belonging, build positive relationships and actively engage in school life. Leadership opportunities, enrichment programs and targeted support ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive. The school caters for a broad range of learners, including students requiring additional learning support and those identified within the four domains of the high potential and gifted education framework. Whole-school literacy and numeracy initiatives provide targeted instruction for students in Years 7–10, strengthening foundational skills and supporting successful post-school pathways.
How to Apply
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.
