Design and Technology

Newington College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Newington College in Sydney’s inner west and north shore invites applications for a temporary full-time Technology Teacher. The position starts in Term 1, 2027 to cover a leave term, teaching a range of Technology subjects across stages.

The Technology Department features modern workshops and equipment, with opportunities to work within a collaborative, supportive team and contribute to student learning and creative projects.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching a range of Technology subjects.
• Relevant teaching and tertiary qualifications.
• Dynamic and effective classroom practitioner.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Strong understanding of assessment and feedback.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Committed to learning and professional growth.
• Strong work ethic.
• Strong ICT competencies.
• Support pastoral care and student wellbeing.
• Engages in co-curricular program.
• Understands Child Safeguarding policies.
• Contributes to safeguarding improvements.

Skills

Experience teaching Technology

Teaching qualifications

Dynamic classroom practitioner

Differentiate instruction

Assessment & feedback

Team player

Professional growth

ICT competencies

Pastoral care

Co-curricular involvement

Child safeguarding familiarity

Commitment to learning

Education

Teaching qualifications

Tertiary qualifications

Job description

About the Position

The College is seeking to appoint a temporary full-time Technology Teacher to commence in Term 1, 2027 for a duration of one term on the basis of leave cover.

The Technology Department has state-of-the-art facilities and continues to promote new technologies to enhance the experience of the students. There are five multi-material workshops, two materials-specific rooms used for the timber-based courses and a teaching kitchen for hospitality. The department has a range of Epilog laser cutters, 3D Printers, Roland MDX 650 mill (CAM), and Woodtron CNC Router, which are used across all Technology subjects.

At Stage 6, the Department offers Industrial Technology (Timber), Construction VET, Design & Technology, Engineering Studies, Software Design and Development, Information Processes & Technology, and Hospitality VET. At Stages 4 and 5 the Department offers a breadth of NESA approved courses including Technology Mandatory, Design & Technology Multimedia, Design & Technology Materials, Food Technology, Industrial Technology Engineering, Industrial Technology Timber, and IST.

Further details about this position can be obtained by contactingMr Ben Dawbin, Head of Technology, email *******@newington.nsw.edu.au or telephone [phone]***.

About You

• have experience in teaching a range of Technology subjects
• have appropriate teaching and tertiary qualifications relevant to the position
• be a dynamic and effective classroom practitioner
• have an ability to differentiate instruction and cater for a range of learning abilities and needs
• have a thorough understanding of the learning process, including the role of assessment and feedback
• work effectively as a member of a team
• be personally committed to learning and professional growth
• have a strong work ethic
• possess strong ICT competencies
• show a genuine appreciation and commitment to pastoral care
• participate in the College’s co-curricular program
• understand and adhere to the College’s Child Safeguarding policies and practices
• contribute to the continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington

About Newington College

Newington College is a primary and secondary school bustling with opportunity and rigour. We aim to teach students to think critically, develop a love of learning and approach life with curiosity and open-mindedness. That also applies to everyone who works here – from teachers and grounds staff to the finance and admissions teams.

Teaching staff are highly skilled, dedicated to bringing out the best in each student – and each other. They instil a breadth of knowledge in their students and an understanding of how to think and question, both inside the classroom and out, as they help prepare them for life in a rapidly changing world. Newington has a committed and inspired community of educators who take their vocation seriously, are dedicated, supportive of each other and highly respected by their peers and students. We ensure the resources and professional development pathways are available to make the most of every opportunity.

Founded in 1863 by the Uniting Church, Newington College is an ELC to Year 12 school located in Sydney’s humming inner west and the north shore. From 2026, the College will begin our exciting transition to co-education, welcoming girls into Kindergarten and Year 5. The College has more than two thousand students across five vibrant campuses and is a member of the GPS Association of NSW. Our mission is to empower students to develop Great Hearts, Inspired Minds and Strong Wings, ready to make a positive contribution to society and the future.

If our approach appeals to you – and if you think you could help us achieve our goals – we’d like to hear from you.

Further information about the College, its programs and its strategic plans are available on the College website: www.newington.nsw.edu.au

Newington's Commitment to Child Protection

Newington College is a ‘Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people at the College. All students who come to Newington have a right to feel safe, and the College is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. Successful applicants will be subject to employment screening processes with the Office of the Children’s Guardian and will be required to provide a current Working with Children registration number. In addition, teaching staff will be expected to possess a current First Aid qualification.

Applications close on Monday, 6 November 2026