Deputy Principal Secondary - Bomaderry High School

Job Description

Deputy Principal Secondary - Bomaderry High School

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Bomaderry High School is a comprehensive secondary school providing a high-quality public education for the diverse communities north of the Shoalhaven River. As a cornerstone of the Northern Shoalhaven Community of Schools, encompassing Berry PS, Bomaderry PS, Cambewarra PS, Havenlee SSP, Illaroo Road PS, Kangaroo Valley PS, North Nowra PS, and Shoalhaven Heads PS, we are dedicated to a seamless K-12 educational pathway. This purposeful collaboration ensures continuity of learning for every student as they transition through their formal schooling.

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Bomaderry High School has a student population of 761, including 20% Aboriginal students. Supported by 80 teaching staff and 30 School Administrative and Support Staff (SASS), the school offers a broad curriculum delivered by expert educators. Our focus on professional excellence is evidenced by a significant number of teachers seeking or attaining accreditation at the Highly Accomplished level. This culture of authentic collaboration and continuous professional learning has been externally validated in 2025, with the school achieving Excelling across all 14 elements of the School Excellence Framework. Such high standards are also reflected in strong academic growth, including Year 7 and 9 NAPLAN outcomes that exceed Similar School Groups, and consistently outstanding HSC achievements.

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The school's state-of-the-art facilities include industry-standard workshops and a fully operational farm that supports an acclaimed agricultural program. Strategic partnerships with the University of Wollongong, TAFE, and local businesses further strengthen curriculum and technology initiatives, while success in regional and national WorldSkills competitions underscores our commitment to diverse vocational pathways. To ensure every learner is appropriately challenged, we offer robust High Potential and Gifted Education (HPGE) programs, enrichment classes, targeted literacy and numeracy support, and specialised vocational courses.

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Bomaderry High School is committed to fostering an environment where Aboriginal culture is celebrated and integrated into the school's daily life. We proudly nurture and maintain respectful, long-standing connections with the local community through culturally responsive education and the guidance of our dedicated staff.

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Holistic development is nurtured through a rich extracurricular program spanning STEM, the performing arts, public speaking, debating, and extensive sporting opportunities where students compete at regional, state and national levels. These experiences are further enhanced by international connections, such as our partnership program with Yangpyeong High School in South Korea, which enhances students' global perspectives. Supported by a strong wellbeing framework and an active Parents & Citizens Association, Bomaderry High School works in partnership with families to cultivate confident, community-minded young people equipped to lead with integrity and resilience in an ever-evolving world.

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General Selection Criteria

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

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In addition to the general selection criteria,

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• Demonstrated collaborative leadership, working strategically with staff, parents, carers, and the wider community to drive school improvement and ensure alignment with school and department priorities.
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• Proven ability to lead and support high-quality teaching practices and inclusive learning environments, achieving positive educational outcomes for all students.
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• Expertise in leading whole-school innovation, curriculum enhancement, and digital integration, while promoting inclusivity and effective systems to support school operations and student learning.
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• Exceptional communication and organisational skills with a strong capacity to promote the school's achievements and culture, build positive relationships, and manage competing demands across daily and strategic activities.
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Conditions

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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.

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Special Notes

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Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.

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About the NSW Department of Education

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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.