Teaching Service

Reference number

0000BDCB

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

Hornsby

School Name

Thornleigh West Public School

Staff Area

Hornsby

Closing date

09 September 2026 at 4:00pm

Position Information

Thornleigh West Public School (TWPS) is located in the suburb of Thornleigh with a current enrolment of 447 students, including three support classes. 171 students are from a Non-English Speaking Background (NESB). There is a strong focus on evidence-based practice and differentiated pedagogy. TWPS enjoys strong community support and well-resourced learning environment. A diverse range of additional educational activities is provided to allow growth and development in a multitude of ways. The supportive team at TWPS features a range of staff, from beginning to highly experienced, with high impact professional learning and collaborative practice a high priority.

Selection Criteria

In addition to the general selection criteria,

1. Solid educational leadership to inspire and support the implementation of evidence-informed explicit teaching practices, with a focus on continuous improvement to ensure growth and attainment of literacy and numeracy for all students.
2. Successful experience in effectively leading, cultivating, inspiring and supporting teachers to further maintain the positive school culture of high expectations, continuous improvement in teaching practice and student achievement.
3. Evidence of being a highly visible and approachable empathetic leader who fosters a strong sense of connection, belonging and shared purpose across the school community through genuine engagement, trust, transparency and leading by example.
4. Demonstrated ability to identify, build and sustain positive,



productive relationships across the school community that strengthen relationships and embed inclusion and wellbeing as a strategic priority for staff, students and families.

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 2024 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 P3 for 2026 and Principal Level P2 for 2027.

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.

📌 Principal LevelThornleigh West Public School (Sydney)
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