Assistant Principal Special Education - Hunter River Community School
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Special Education
Sector
Government
School type
K12
Salary range
Closing date
1 April 2026
Posted 19 Mar 2026
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70
Total students
73%
Boys
27%
Girls
15.8
Teaching FTE
13.8
Non-teaching FTE
958
ICSEA value
28th percentile · Average SES
15%
EAL/D Background
11%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Hunter River Community School is an established K-12 School for Specific Purpose serving 71 students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and associated conditions, located on Wonnarua traditional country in Metford. The school operates as part of the Ka-ai Boorlang Local group of Schools and serves a diverse student population from six local government areas, with 10.14% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, 8.69% in Out of Home Care arrangements, and 3% with English Language Proficiency needs. With eleven classes each staffed by a full-time Specialist Teacher and School Learning Support Officer, the school prioritises personalised instruction and uses evidence-based practices, individualised strategies, and adaptive technologies to respond to students' unique communication and learning needs. Teaching and learning is guided by high expectations, personalised planning, and a deep commitment to inclusive education.
Role description
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Location
Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter ValleyNumber of Positions
1Closing Date
01-Apr-2026, 4:00:00 PMJob Category
TCH OtherOrganisation
Teaching ServiceHunter River Community School is an established K-12 School for Specific Purpose (SSP), dedicated to delivering the highest quality teaching and learning to meet the complex needs of 71 students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and associated conditions. Since relocating to a state-of-the-art facility in Metford in 2014, the school proudly operates on Wonnarua traditional country and is a member of the Ka-ai Boorlang Local group of Schools. Serving a diverse student population from six local government areas, Hunter River Community School is strongly committed to excellence and innovation in teaching and learning. With eleven classes, each staffed by a full-time Specialist Teacher and a School Learning Support Officer, the school ensures every student receives highly personalised instruction and support.The school population is diverse and includes …