Teacher Science - Wilcannia Central School ($20K Recruitment Bonus and $5k - $8k Relocation Support Payment)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Science
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Early childhood
Salary range
Closing date
6 May 2026
Posted 29 Apr 2026
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65
Total students
46%
Boys
54%
Girls
15.5
Teaching FTE
7.9
Non-teaching FTE
673
ICSEA value
1st percentile · Lower SES
63%
EAL/D Background
89%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Wilcannia Central School is a comprehensive, co-educational Central School serving students from Kindergarten to Year 12 in Wilcannia, NSW. As a K–12 school, it provides a continuous educational pathway through every stage of schooling within a single community setting. The school's motto, "River of knowledge and learning ~ Ngurtaana Paakna~na," captures its dual identity — one that honours the local language and the significance of the Darling River to the Wilcannia community. This bilingual motto reflects a commitment to cultural connection as a foundation for learning. Specialist support is available across a range of student needs, including programs for high potential and gifted learners, English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) support, and Student Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) working alongside classroom teachers. These offerings allow the school to cater to a diverse range of learners within the one campus. The school's current strategic priorities centre on Reading, Numeracy, Attendance, Wellbeing, and HSC results — areas that reflect a focused, evidence-informed approach to improving outcomes across the full school community, from the early years through to senior secondary.
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Wilcannia Central School is defined by strong community engagement and leadership. We deliver tailored learning pathways for students from Pre-school to Year 12. Located in Western NSW on the Darling River, we create a positive educational environment for our 74 students, of which 95 per cent are Aboriginal. As a Connected Communities school, we are part of a supportive network that builds strong partnerships with Aboriginal leaders, our school community, parents and external agencies to provide a holistic approach to education for our students. Our small school setting means we know and care for every child as an individual. We develop innovative curricula and teaching practices in order to meet each child's specific needs, in close partnership with our school colleagues, families and our local commu…