Shoalhaven River College · New South Wales
Head of College - Shoalhaven River College (Special Assistance School)
SecondaryPrincipal / Head of School
Shoalhaven River College is seeking a permanent, full-time Head of College in Nowra, NSW. The executive leader will oversee Stage 5 and 6 education, curriculum, student wellbeing, school improvement, staff capability, partnerships and campus development for young people with diverse learning and engagement needs; salary starts at $165,000 plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging.
- Special assistance high school setting
- Stage 5 and Stage 6 education
- Campus development and relocation responsibilities
- Applications close 18 November 2026
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About the role
Permanent, full-time Head of College leading Stage 5 and Stage 6 education at a special assistance high school in Nowra, NSW. The role covers curriculum, teaching, student outcomes, wellbeing, staff capability, partnerships, governance and campus development. Salary starts at $165,000 plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging.
What they’re looking for
- Senior high school educational leadership experience
- Curriculum, assessment, teaching and school improvement expertise
- Experience supporting diverse learning, disability, wellbeing and engagement needs
- Inclusive education, reasonable adjustments and evidence-informed practice
- Strong team, stakeholder, governance and operational leadership
- Sound judgement and resilience during complexity and change
About the school
Shoalhaven River College supports young people with varied learning, disability, wellbeing and engagement needs. It is developing a school model focused on strengths, individual needs, meaningful pathways and progress beyond school.
How to apply
Submit a resume, cover letter, relevant qualification copies and two referee contacts through the organisation's recruitment address. For questions, contact the chief executive; applications close Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 11:59pm.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Principal / Head of School
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 3 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Shoalhaven River College is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking educational leader as Head of College to lead educational strategy, student outcomes, people, and operations in a Special Assistance High School (Stage 5 and Stage 6). Full-time role based in Nowra, NSW.…”
The school
- Address
- 1 Mattes Way, Bomaderry, NSW