Deputy Principal Inclusion and Support - Kincumber High School

About this role

Position InformationThe Deputy Principal Inclusion and Support is a strategic, non-teaching, leadership role dedicated to inclusion, with a focus on leading improvement in the learning, wellbeing, and independence of students with disabilities. The Deputy Principal Inclusion and Support shares the broader educational imperatives of the Deputy Principal position but with the explicit focus of driving a school wide culture of inclusion, including high expectations and improved outcomes for students with disability. The roles are located in mainstream schools with seven or more support classes and are aligned to the Department's Deputy Principal role statement, emphasising: Leading Teaching & Learning, Developing Self & Others, Leading Improvement, Innovation & Change, Leading the Management of the School, Engaging & Working with the Community. Selection CriteriaIn addition to the general selection criteria, * Demonstrated ability to lead a school-wide culture that values and promotes inclusion and equity and applying the principles of the inclusion statement for students with disability. * Demonstrated expertise and proven successful experience in supporting students with disability, which may include relevant tertiary qualifications in inclusion or special education. * Demonstrated capacity to develop staff capacity to promote learning and wellbeing growth for students with disability through evidence-informed practices and fostering a culture of support for all students. * Demonstrated ability to foster positive relationships with students, their families, staff and allied health professionals to collaborate on reasonable adjustments, including implement, monitor and adjust, to maximise learning and wellbeing outcomes for students with disability. * Deep knowledge and understanding of available and appropriate options for transition to the serring that is best for individual student growth in all areas of learning and wellbeing. * Demonstrated ability to use data to improve outcomes for students with disability and inform the strategic improvement plan to develop, monitor and evaluate measures for student with disability. General Selection Criteria1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning6. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policyConditionsAn 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. All Department of Education employees working in an SSP are required to be vaccinated as outlined at Vaccination requirements for school sites (nsw.gov.au). The successful candidate for this position will be required to confirm vaccination status prior to the department finalising their appointment and entry on duty. Find the department’s latest advice on COVID-19 (coronavirus) at https://education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19. Special NotesApplicants 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 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. Additional InformationKincumber High School is a coeducational, comprehensive secondary school proudly serving the communities of Kincumber, Avoca Beach, Copacabana and Pretty Beach on the Central Coast. Guided by our mission to achieve and excel, the school fosters a friendly, inclusive and supportive learning environment underpinned by strong wellbeing programs. In 2027, the school will have an enrolment of approximately 1,070 students, including 64 students across seven classes in the Student Support Unit. Students in the Support Unit are fully integrated into all aspects of school life and make a significant contribution to the inclusive culture and social fabric of our community. Kincumber High School is proud to have an Aboriginal enrolment of 65 students and is an active member of the Tjudibaring Aboriginal Education Consultative Group. The school is also a valued member of the Kincumba Learning Community, working collaboratively with our partner primary schools—Avoca Beach, Copacabana, Pretty Beach and Kincumber Public Schools—to provide a seamless educational journey and promote the value of public education for all students. Kincumber High School has a strong academic focus and a well-earned reputation for excellence in sport. Beyond the classroom, students have access to a wide range of opportunities in music, visual and performing arts, agriculture, leadership and community service.