Head Teacher Technological and Applied Studies - Finley High School
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Special Education
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
6 May 2026
Posted 29 Apr 2026
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304
Total students
46%
Boys
54%
Girls
35.7
Teaching FTE
11.6
Non-teaching FTE
965
ICSEA value
31st percentile · Average SES
5%
EAL/D Background
13%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Finley High School is a comprehensive, co-educational secondary school located in Finley, NSW, serving students from Year 7 to Year 12. The school offers a broad curriculum with notable specialist programs that reflect both the regional character of the community and contemporary education priorities. An Agricultural Program provides students with practical, hands-on learning connected to the rural landscape of the Riverina region, while School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships give students a direct pathway into vocational qualifications alongside their secondary studies. The school's areas of focus span agricultural studies, hospitality training, STEM, sport, and creative arts, offering students a wide range of academic and practical pathways. Finley High School is particularly well resourced for its hospitality program, with state-of-the-art hospitality training facilities including a commercial-grade hospitality trade training centre. This infrastructure supports genuine industry-standard learning experiences for students pursuing careers in the hospitality sector.
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Finley High School is a comprehensive rural school that serves the educational needs of students from Finley, Tocumwal, Jerilderie, Berrigan, and the surrounding districts. It is located on the land of the Yorta Yorta people.
The school currently has a student population of 320, with 11% identifying as having an Aboriginal background. These students are supported by a dedicated Aboriginal coordinator. Finley High School consistently achieves strong academic results in external assessments, including NAPLAN and the HSC. Post-school pathways have been highly successful, with many students gaining entry into tertiary institutions or securing employment.
The school offers a renowned Agriculture program. Sport is also a key strength, with students and teams achieving success at regional and state levels. Our creative and performing arts programs continue to thrive, culminating in the annual MADDD Night.
Student leadership is a growing focus, with an a…