Teaching Service

Reference number

0000BC9W

Occupation

TCH Other

Work type

Location

Sydney Region

Salary Information The total remuneration package will be $217,879.00. This classification attracts a base salary of $192,461.00.

Principal Network

Camden

School Name

Mawarra Public School

Staff Area

Campbelltown

Closing date

12 August 2026 at 4:00pm

Position Information

Mawarra Public School is located in Elderslie, within the Camden local government area, and has an enrolment of 417 students across 17 mainstream classes and three Autism support classes. The school has 40 Aboriginal students and is situated on Dharawal land. The school is guided by the core values of being a learner, respect, responsibility and safety. Mawarra Public School is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and high-quality education that supports the academic, social, emotional and cultural development of every student.

A robust focus on evidence-informed teaching, high expectations and continuous improvement underpins curriculum delivery. Staff engage in ongoing professional learning and collaborative inquiry to strengthen teaching practice and improve student outcomes. Guided by the School Excellence Plan, the school's strategic priorities focus on strengthening formative assessment to improve teaching and learning, while enhancing student engagement, inclusion and investment in learning.

Mawarra Public

School fosters a culture of inspiring excellence through differentiated learning that supports every learner, including students with high potential and gifted abilities, to achieve personal excellence.

Student wellbeing is central to the school's work. Evidence-informed wellbeing practices and Positive Behaviour for Learning are embedded across the school, creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment where students are known, valued and cared for. Strong partnerships with families and an active P&C; further enrich learning and contribute to a connected and engaged school community.

Students also benefit from a broad range of opportunities in sport, creative arts and leadership,



with achievement recognised and celebrated in ways that build confidence, engagement and a culture of excellence.

Selection Criteria

Approval to teach. In addition to the general selection criteria,

1. Highly visible, approachable leader with outstanding interpersonal skills. emotional intelligence and strong communication practices to foster a positive school environment that drives engagement and success.
2. Leads with integrity and presence, ensuring confidence in school direction through inclusive decision-making and celebration of shared achievements.
3. Drives a culture of high expectations and evidence-informed practice that ensures a rich, inclusive, differentiated learning experience.

General Selection Criteria

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

Conditions

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.

Special Notes





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 P2 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.

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