Cessnock High School
Cessnock, NSW, 2325
School profile
ACARA
School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
84.7
64.2 teaching 路 20.5 non-teaching
Students per teacher
9.6:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
616
Indigenous students
24%
Language other than English
2%
Girls vs boys
307 girls 路 309 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
About
Cessnock High School is a welcoming and dynamic school community located in the picturesque Hunter Valley that serves approximately 650 diverse students, including ten dedicated classes for students with disability. The school has a strong commitment to Aboriginal education, with 27% of students identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and maintains close partnerships with the local Aboriginal community and the Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG). As an active member of the Cessnock Community of Great Public Schools (CCGPS), the school is committed to a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement, with skilled and passionate staff providing high-quality education, diverse opportunities, and personalised support in modern learning environments. The school's philosophy centres on creating a positive environment where all students are known, valued, and cared for, while working in partnership with the community to equip students with foundations for lifelong learning and success.
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Pay and agreement
Graduate
$90,117
Starting salary
Top of scale
$137,861
Highly Accomplished / Lead Teacher
Super
12.0%
Employer contribution
Under the Crown Employees (Teachers) Award 2024. Full-time equivalent, before allowances.
Work out your pay stepWhat you need to teach here
Required before you can be employed at any NSW school.
Location
Remoteness
Major city