Reference number

0000BBXB

Occupation

TCH Other

Work type

- Location

Sydney Region

Salary Information

Remuneration package valued at $168,946.00. This position attracts a base salary of $149,059.00, plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation.

Principal Network

Girraween

School Name

Greystanes High School

Staff Area

Parramatta

Closing date

23 September 2026 at 4:00pm

Position Information

Greystanes High School is a comprehensive secondary school with an enrolment of approximately 1,100 students. The school community is culturally diverse, with more than 63% of students coming from language backgrounds other than English, 3% identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and a Special Education Support Unit catering for 47 students. The school is committed to excellence in all areas of student learning and achievement through high-quality teaching practices and targeted wellbeing programs. An experienced and dedicated staff works collaboratively to create a caring and supportive learning environment that offers a diverse curriculum, with cutting-edge programs designed to engage, challenge, and support all students. Greystanes High School prides itself on fostering a culture of positive relationships for learning, student wellbeing and harmony, and an inclusive school community where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Selection Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria,

- Expertise in leading the implementation of the PDHPE curriculum, applying evidence-based teaching practices, differentiation, and innovative assessment strategies to enhance student outcomes, and knowledge of VET Fitness programs.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate a clear vision for the PDHPE faculty,



build collaborative teams and foster a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement using data and evaluation, aligned with the school’s strategic directions and current educational reforms.
- Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills with staff, students, parents and the broader community, with a demonstrated commitment to meeting diverse student needs and supporting successful pathways beyond school.
- Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively as a member of the executive, to drive improvement and maintain a culture of high expectations.

General Selection Criteria

1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice
2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs
3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams
4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents
5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning
6. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy

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

The Eligibility Requirements for Head Teacher Positions in NSW Government Schools are located here. 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 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

Fiona Felton 9631-9144

Application close date

23 September 2026 at 4:00pm

📌 Head Teacher - Personal Development, Health and Physical Education - Greystanes High School (Sydney)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney