Principal Level P1 - Katoomba Public School

Katoomba Public School is located on the traditional lands of the Dharug and Gundungurra peoples in the Blue Mountains World Heritage area. The school embraces diversity and reflects the Katoomba community, welcoming all members. There is a strong culture of collaboration within the school, focused on providing enriching learning experiences for every student. Currently, there are 211 students enrolled. Katoomba Public School celebrates a rich cultural diversity with a significant number of Aboriginal and multicultural students. The school comprises nine K-6 classes and a multi-category class designed to support students with disabilities. Key initiatives and programs at Katoomba Public School include creative and performing arts, sports, and Aboriginal cultural experiences. Katoomba Public School implements a comprehensive wellbeing program for all students, featuring Positive Behaviour for Learning. Strong relationships between the school, parents, and the wider community are fostered through an engaged P&C and positive community partnerships, enriching educational opportunities for all students and value-adding to our wider community. Students benefit greatly from the active involvement of parents and community members in various aspects of school life. Katoomba Public School is a dynamic learning community committed to providing a friendly, caring and inclusive learning environment that engages students who work to achieve their personal best in an atmosphere of mutual respect and cooperation. At Katoomba Public School we equip students with the tools to be successful, confident and creative individuals. Their vision is that every student reaches their full potential.

• Selection Criteria

Approval to teach. In addition to the general selection criteria,

1. An inspirational, highly visible, collaborative and consultative leader who is energised to participate authentically in all aspects of school life.

2. Demonstrated capacity to build authentic educational partnerships and connections with parents, community and external agencies to maximise learning and wellbeing outcomes for all students.

3. Demonstrate the ability to lead with strong moral purpose, by cultivating a shared vision and fostering authentic partnerships within an entire school community, in alignment with the Plan for Public Education.

• 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

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• About the NSW Department of Education