Teaching Service

Reference number

- 0000B5WX

Occupation

- TCH Other

Work type

- No info

Location

- Illawarra & South Coast

Salary

- $149,059 - $149,059

Principal Network

- Lake Illawarra North

School Name

- Figtree High School

Staff Area

- Wollongong

Closing date

- 25 February 2026 at 4:00pm

Position Information : Figtree High School is a large, co-educational comprehensive high school (Years 7-1 catering for approximately 900 students. Established in 1969, the school has a strong reputation for high-quality teaching, inclusive practice and student success, and is deeply connected to its local community. Figtree High School is committed to ensuring every student is known, valued and supported to succeed.

The school offers a broad and engaging curriculum with consistently strong HSC outcomes, including enrichment programs, creative and performing arts, languages, extensive sporting opportunities, technology-rich learning, and Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathways.

We promote the values of respect, responsibility and excellence, which guide our daily practices and support positive outcomes for all students.

It is important to note that the Head Teacher CAPA will provide strategic and instructional leadership for the Creative and Performing Arts faculty including Languages, ensuring the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning across the faculty.

The successful applicant will:

- Lead and supervise the CAPA faculty, plus Languages, fostering a culture of high expectations, collaboration, and continuous improvement.- Ensure effective, high-quality teaching and learning in CAPA and Languages is implemented consistently throughout the school day,



aligned with syllabus and departmental priorities.- Lead and embed student wellbeing initiatives within CAPA and Language classrooms and faculty programs.- Identify and facilitate targeted professional learning to support staff in the implementation of new and revised curriculum.- Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and the wider school community as a representative of the faculty.- Work collaboratively with the Executive Leadership Team to plan, implement, and evaluate initiatives aligned with the School Excellence Plan.- Contribute as an active member of the School Executive, supporting whole-school improvement, decision-making, and leadership.

Selection Criteria :

- Demonstrated ability to provide robust educational leadership to a diverse team, fostering high expectations, promoting quality teaching and learning, and driving student engagement across all CAPA (Creative and Performing Arts) disciplines. - Proven ability to contribute actively as a dynamic member of the executive leadership team and lead initiatives that advance whole school strategic goals. - Demonstrated capacity to effectively lead and manage a wide spectrum of CAPA programs and enrichment opportunities, ensuring inclusive, high-quality provision for students with diverse interests, abilities, and backgrounds_

General Selection Criteria :

- 1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice_

- 1. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs_

- 1. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams_

- 1. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents_

- 1. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning_

- 1. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy_

Conditions : Special Notes : The Eligibility Requirements for Head Teacher Positions in NSW Government Schools are located here.

**About the NSW Department of Education

📌 Head Teacher - Creative & Performing Arts - Figtree High School (Lake Illawarra)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Lake Illawarra