Chatham High School
Taree, NSW, 2430
School profile
ACARA
School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
70.2
53.4 teaching · 16.8 non-teaching
Students per teacher
9.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
493
Indigenous students
47%
Language other than English
5%
Girls vs boys
212 girls · 281 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
About
Chatham High School is a large comprehensive high school serving the town of Taree and adjacent rural and coastal areas with an enrolment of approximately 550 students. Approximately 49% of the student population is of Aboriginal descent, and the school maintains a close connection to its local community through diverse cultural programs. The school offers a broad academic and vocational curriculum supported by programs including CHACE (a Curriculum Extension program), a Talented Athlete Program in stage 5, and a well-resourced Senior Support Centre for stage 6 students. Staff are noted for their caring attitude and commitment to high expectations for all students, with a culture that values student leadership and continuous improvement in teaching practice.
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Pay and agreement
Graduate
$92,882
Starting salary
Top of scale
$133,422
Step 7 (Top of Scale)
Super
12.0%
Employer contribution
Under the Crown Employees (Teachers in Schools and Related Employees) Salaries and Conditions 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
Inner regional