Reference number

0000BDSL

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

Penrith

School Name

Nangamay Public School

Staff Area

Penrith

Closing date

23 September 2026 at 4:00pm

Position Information

Nangamay Public School is a new school that opened in January 2023 and has a current enrolment of 460 students. The school has 18 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and 31% EAL/D with classes in kindergarten through to Year 6 and three Multi Categorical Inclusive Educational classes. Nangamay Public School was built to meet the need of existing and future enrolment growth in the emerging suburbs across the Glenmore Park area. Housed in brand-new, state-of-the-art facilities, Nangamay Public School has a strong focus on high-quality future-focused learning with a commitment to excellence and achievement in all areas of education which shapes learning experiences that are authentic, challenging, and participatory.

The school prides itself on research based pedagogical practices, which are utilised in the delivery of programs driven by direct instruction. We balance data driven, explicit instruction and feedback with innovative collegial practices. Highly qualified teachers engage in professional learning targeted to school priorities. Student wellbeing is the cornerstone of all teaching and learning, with students being resilient, empowered learners.

The school is supported by strong community connection and is part of the Glenmore Park Learning Alliance and the Yarramundi AECG.

Selection Criteria

In addition to the general selection criteria, approval to teach infants and/or primary





- Demonstrated ability to lead and build the capacity of individuals and teams to implement future-focused pedagogies including adaptable use of teaching spaces and co-teaching models.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and build the capacity of individuals and teams to implement High Potential and Gifted Education
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively as a member of a high performing executive team, balance the complex responsibilities of teaching and school leadership and build authentic, respectful and productive relationships with staff, students, families of a newly built school.
- Demonstrated expertise in leading high-quality, differentiated literacy and numeracy programs, using data to identify needs, monitor progress, inform teaching practice and drive improved outcomes for all learners.

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

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 transparent 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

Sharon Gordon 47267000

Application close date

23 September 2026 at 4:00pm

📌 Assistant Principal - Nangamay Public School (Sydney)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney