Reference number

0000BBXE

Occupation

TCH Other

Work type

- Location

Sydney Region

Salary Information The total remuneration package will be $202,591.00. This classification attracts a base salary of $178,811.00.

Principal Network

Port Hacking

School Name

Lilli Pilli Public School

Staff Area

Sutherland

Closing date

23 September 2026 at 4:00pm

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Position Information

Lilli Pilli PS is in the southern suburbs of Sydney on the surrounding shores of the Port Hacking River. All programs at Lilli Pilli Public School are underpinned by a Student Wellbeing Framework which aims to realise the school's mission that 'Everyone Matters'. The school caters for the individual needs of all 318 students, supported by a strong Learning Support Team that works across its two sites. Despite this, the school has a very well-developed K-6 ethos, fostered through leadership programs and an inclusive philosophy in educational goals, professional development, school planning and evaluation. The staff is committed to educational excellence and strives to provide high quality learning experiences. High expectations at the forefront of school planning along with the goal for all students to develop positive relationships and connections with others. The staff is committed to prioritising inclusivity by actively promoting collaboration, respect, and understanding among the diverse community.

Selection Criteria

In addition to the general selection criteria, Evidence of strong, strategic educational leadership that delivers sustained improvement and innovation.

Highly visible, collaborative and inspiring leader with exceptional communication skills and the ability to effectively manage self and teams

Proven ability to build authentic and trusted partnerships across the entire school community, balancing diverse perspectives while maintaining the school’s shared vision.

Demonstrated capacity to engage, motivate and lead staff,



students and community to promote a positive and successful school identity and culture

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 prospect.

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 current 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.

Application contact details

If you have questions or would like to learn more about this role, please reach out to the contact below:

Contact

Sharyn Gilliland (phone hidden)

Application close date

23 September 2026 at 4:00pm

📌 Principal LevelLilli Pilli Public School (Sydney)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney