English Teacher

Norwest Christian College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Onsite parking

Free annual flu shots

First Aid training

CPR training

Job summary

Norwest Christian College in Riverstone NSW is seeking a talented English Teacher to join from Term 1, 2027. This full-time position suits a teacher passionate about English, committed to Christian education, and eager to help students grow in faith, character and purpose.

You will contribute to the English team, develop resources and assessments aligned with NSW Stage 4-6 Syllabus, and integrate technology and project-based learning.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English across NSW Stage 4–6.
• Knowledge of Stage 6 English syllabus and NESA requirements.
• Commitment to Christian education and faith-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the English team to create rich learning experiences.
• Develop resources, assessments and lessons aligned with NSW Stage 4–5 English syllabus.
• Deliver Stage 6 English with understanding of syllabus and NESA requirements.
• Foster strong relationships with students, staff and the school community.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative teaching

Tech-enabled teaching

Stage 6 English

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Norwest Christian College is seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic English Teacher to join our growing community from Term 1, 2027. This full-time role will suit a teacher who is passionate about English, committed to Christian education, and eager to help students grow in faith, character, and purpose.

About Norwest :

Location: Riverstone NSW

Norwest Christian College is an independent, co-educational P-12 school located in the growing north-west sector of Sydney. Guided by our mission of Building Purposeful Lives, our community is committed to loving God, pursuing purpose, building capacity, facilitating great learning, serving others, and ensuring each young person experiences caring relationships within a supportive pastoral environment.

To learn more about Norwest Christian College, please visit our website.

Your Role:

Contribute dynamically to the English team by working collaboratively to create rich learning experiences that strengthen students academically and support the development of positive learning dispositions.

Bring previous experience, or demonstrate the capacity to develop resources, assessment tasks and lessons that align with the new Stage 4-5 English Syllabus, including the meaningful use of technology and project-based learning where appropriate.

Demonstrate the capacity and willingness to teach Stage 6 English courses, with knowledge of syllabus requirements and an understanding of NESA requirements for Stage 6 English.

Have strong communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to build strong connections with students, staff and the wider school community.

About you:

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate at interview a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and a lifestyle consistent with that faith, including an active commitment to a Christian fellowship, as well as the following skills and experience:

be a highly committed professional with a desire to make a difference in the lives of students;

be an excellent classroom practitioner and communicator;

be committed to academic excellence with high expectations of students;

possess strong interpersonal skills, valuing relationships with colleagues and stakeholders;

collaborate with colleagues in developing integrated learning experiences for junior students;

have experience with Stage 6 learning, including teaching the New Stage 6 Syllabus (and demonstrated success);

be committed to their own professional learning and growth;

be pastorally minded and comfortable with sharing your faith;

have an understanding of the wellbeing needs of adolescents; and,

be willing to actively contribute to the extra-curricular life of the College.

We offer:

Access to ongoing professional development training.

A supportive work environment that values staff wellbeing.

The opportunity to work within a faith-based environment and contribute to the spiritual growth of students.

Competitive remuneration & benefits, including flexibility for salary sacrifice.

Free annual flu shots, First Aid training and CPR training.

Onsite parking

Applications close on Monday 12 October 2026.

Please note that applicants will be expected to be available for interviews during the week of 12 October 2026.

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. We will consider applications as they are received and may schedule an appointment before the closing date.