Morgan Street Public School
General program enquiries (including application status updates) should be directed to the Rural Experience Program team: ruralexperience@det.nsw.edu.au or phone 02 7814 3820
Available placements:
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Assistant Principal
Morgan Street Public School, Broken Hill NSW
Placement level: Assistant Principal
Contact for enquiries: Scott Sanford (Principal), scott.sanford@det.nsw.edu.au, 08 8087 5155
Additional resources: explore what it's like to live and work in the Broken Hill area.
Eligibility criteria for this placement:
- Permanent employees who hold a substantive position as an Assistant Principal and meet the eligibility requirements in the Rural Experience Guidelines may apply for this placement.
Placement details
Terms 1 - 4, 2024 (Applicants can request a shorter duration in their application)
Role description: The placement will be tailored to the strengths and skillset of the successful assistant principal and will provides a unique opportunity in our school. The placement could be having your own class, leading a stage, building leadership capacity or opportunities to explore and lead whole school programs relating to our school priority areas.
Additional commitments: Participation in extra-curricular activities based on interest is encouraged
Desired candidate expertise:
- Approval to teach K-6
- Demonstrated success in developing and delivering high-quality, differentiated teaching and learning programs with an emphasis on student engagement.
- Capacity to collaboratively lead staff, build teacher capacity and contribute to whole school improvement initiatives.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents.
Accommodation details
Rental accommodation is available in Broken Hill. Private Accommodation (through Real Estate Agents) is available where short and long term rentals can be accessed. Teacher Housing may be available at the time.
Please note: Teacher Housing availability can depend upon a variety of factors, including vacancy status and potential priority offers to other staff with full time rural appointments. Teacher Housing Authority (THA) may not be able to confirm allocation of properties until all applications have been received and processed. Applicants are encouraged to discuss property availability directly with THA. Participants of the Rural Experience Program are not eligible for the Housing Rental Subsidy but may rent a property (at market value) through the THA if available.
School details
Morgan Street Public School is a dynamic and exciting school located in Broken Hill. Broken Hill has a rich history and is a country town that values relationships and community. Our school has a K-6 enrolment of 302 students (14 classes), nearly thirteen percent of our students identify as being Aboriginal.
The school sits on a split site where K-2 and 3-6 are separated by a lane. Quality teaching and learning is our number one priority. Our school prides itself on the extra-curricular opportunities that we provide to develop the whole child. Our student wellbeing initiatives are underpinned by Positive Behaviour for Learning and the school’s core values are packaged as P.R.O.U.D. The core values underpin our culture.
In 2023 our school is will be involved in the Primary Mathematics Specialist Teacher Initiative, has a strong focus on collaborative practices, implementing evidence based practices and ensuring student wellbeing is prioritised (we are introducing The Resilience Project in 2023).
Morgan Street Public School has a strong team of innovative, professional and dedicated teaching and non-teaching staff who are at various stages of their careers. The school maintains a strong partnership with parents and the community through an active Parents and Citizens (P&C) Association.
Our school works in close partnership with other schools in Broken Hill and local services to enhance opportunities for our students.
Primary Teacher: Classroom or special interest
Morgan Street Public School, Broken Hill NSW
Placement level: Teacher
Contact for enquiries: Scott Sanford (Principal), scott.sanford@det.nsw.edu.au, 08 8087 5155
Additional resources: explore what it's like to live and work in the Broken Hill area.
Eligibility criteria for this placement:
- Permanent employees who hold a substantive position as a teacher and meet the eligibility requirements in the Rural Experience Guidelines may apply for this placement.
- Non-permanent employees (those on a temporary engagement / contract and casual employees) who meet the eligibility requirements in the Rural Experience Guidelines may apply for this placement.
Placement details
Terms 1 - 4, 2024 (Applicants can request a shorter duration in their application)
Role description: The placement will be tailored to the strengths and skillset of the successful applicant and will provide a unique opportunity in our school. It could be having your own class, leading an initiative, implementing intervention programs, RFF or opportunities to explore and lead whole school programs relating to our school priority areas.
Additional commitments: Participation in extra-curricular activities based on interest is encouraged
Desired candidate expertise:
- Approval to teach K-6
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the capacity to work collaboratively in a team and build positive relationships with all members of the school community.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver high-quality, differentiated teaching and learning programs with an emphasis on student engagement.
Accommodation details
Rental accommodation is available in Broken Hill. Private Accommodation (through Real Estate Agents) is available where short and long term rentals can be accessed. Teacher Housing may be available at the time.
Please note: Teacher Housing availability can depend upon a variety of factors, including vacancy status and potential priority offers to other staff with full time rural appointments. Teacher Housing Authority (THA) may not be able to confirm allocation of properties until all applications have been received and processed. Applicants are encouraged to discuss property availability directly with THA. Participants of the Rural Experience Program are not eligible for the Housing Rental Subsidy but may rent a property (at market value) through the THA if available.
School details
Morgan Street Public School is a dynamic and exciting school located in Broken Hill. Broken Hill has a rich history and is a country town that values relationships and community. Our school has a K-6 enrolment of 302 students (14 classes), nearly thirteen percent of our students identify as being Aboriginal.
The school sits on a split site where K-2 and 3-6 are separated by a lane. Quality teaching and learning is our number one priority. Our school prides itself on the extra-curricular opportunities that we provide to develop the whole child. Our student wellbeing initiatives are underpinned by Positive Behaviour for Learning and the school’s core values are packaged as P.R.O.U.D. The core values underpin our culture.
In 2023 our school is will be involved in the Primary Mathematics Specialist Teacher Initiative, has a strong focus on collaborative practices, implementing evidence based practices and ensuring student wellbeing is prioritised (we are introducing The Resilience Project in 2023).
Morgan Street Public School has a strong team of innovative, professional and dedicated teaching and non-teaching staff who are at various stages of their careers. The school maintains a strong partnership with parents and the community through an active Parents and Citizens (P&C) Association.
Our school works in close partnership with other schools in Broken Hill and local services to enhance opportunities for our students.
How to apply for a placement
- Refer to the Guide to Applying as you prepare your application
- Complete the online application form and answer the placement questions:
- What motivated you to apply for the program in general and specifically this placement? (max 600 words)
- What skills and experiences can you bring to the Rural Experience School? Why would you be a good fit for this placement (max 600 words)
- Attach the required documentation to your application:
- Endorsement of Application form (saved as a PDF)
- Resume / CV (maximum 2 pages as a PDF)