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Cronulla South Public School has 264 students with diverse learning needs from a variety of backgrounds. Student wellbeing is a strong focus and enhanced through consistent schoolwide processes underpinned by the Positive Behaviour for Learning framework (PBL). Students thrive in public speaking, debating, creative arts, STEM and sports. Active parents and carers support learning initiatives and extracurricular activities.
The school is committed to improving the literacy and numeracy outcomes of all students by fostering a culture of high expectations, supported by evidence-informed learning and wellbeing programs. A strong emphasis on collaboration and collective efficacy drives the consistent implementation of effective explicit teaching practices, ensuring continual enhancement of student learning outcomes.
External validation processes have highlighted positive, school-wide growth, demonstrating that consistent whole-school practices are effectively supporting the embedding of curriculum reforms. To sustain and build on this progress, the school continues to enhance its systems by prioritising evidence-informed practices aimed at supporting student wellbeing and strengthening a sense of belonging and inclusion.
In addition to the general selection criteria,
A highly visible, approachable leader with the skills to authentically connect with all stakeholders and build upon the school’s existing positive, collaborative culture to enhance student outcomes.
Strong leadership that builds the capacity of all staff to lead and inspire continuous improvement and innovation focused on high expectations and engages key stakeholders
Demonstrated capacity to lead a whole-school approach to student wellbeing and create the conditions that support every student to learn, grow and succeed.
Demonstrated capacity to build partnerships and provide enrichment opportunities that broaden student experiences, strengthen the school’s community profile and support sustainable enrolment growth.
1. 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:
The Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions Award 2020 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 P1 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, 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
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.
