Teaching Service

Reference number

0000BBN5

Occupation

Teachers

Work type

Location

Central & North Coasts

Salary Information

Remuneration package valued at up to $156,253.00. Base salary ranges from $90,177.00 to $137,861.00, plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation. Base salary rates above the minimum are available depending on experience.

Principal Network

Lake Macquarie North

School Name

Cardiff High School

Staff Area

Newcastle

Closing date

05 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Position Information

Cardiff High School is a coeducational comprehensive school located on the northern side of Lake Macquarie, on the traditional lands of the Awabakal People. In 2026, the school recorded 785 enrolments, including 120 students from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Backgrounds. With steady student population growth in recent years, Cardiff High has established a strong reputation within the Cardiff, Garden Suburb, Hillsborough, and Macquarie Hills communities. The school offers a diverse curriculum that supports a wide range of academic, creative arts, and vocational interests, with many students progressing to tertiary education or local industry pathways. The school's strategic directions include: Student Growth & Attainment, Belonging, and Aspiration, reflecting its commitment to academic achievement and holistic development. Cardiff High School operates a SOAR Learning Centre (special education), including 54 students in 7 supported classes. The school also operates a Middle School class model to assist and inspire Year 7 students with additional needs. The school is known for its strong performance in academics, sports, and the creative and performing arts.



Staff professional development is a priority, with initiatives like the Aspirational Staff Leadership Program and Quality Teaching Rounds fostering continuous improvement. Student wellbeing is supported through programs such as The Resilience Project, the Student Mentoring Program, The Learning Centre, and the Senior Student Learning Hub. As part of the Educational Pathways Program, Cardiff High places significant emphasis on vocational education, with numerous students working towards industry-recognised credentials, enhancing their employability and career readiness.

Selection Criteria

1. Approval to teach PDHPE Years 7-12, Community and Family Studies (CAFS), Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation (SLR) and Exploring Early Childhood (EEC).

2. Proven capacity to deliver high quality teaching and learning programs in Stage 6 Health and Movement Science, using evidence-informed practice, effective assessment and data to maximise HSC student achievement.

3. Demonstrated ability to build positive and collaborative professional relationships with colleagues, leading to culturally responsive teaching and meaningful engagement with Aboriginal students, families, and the wider community, to improve educational outcomes within an inclusive school culture.

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 chance.

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 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.

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 in applying for the role please contact School Recruitment Support at 1300 863 694.

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