English Teacher

Holy Cross College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration up to AUD 149

Salary packaging up to AUD 15,900

Discount on school fees 25%

Professional development

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Employee referral program

Other rewards and benefits

Job summary

Holy Cross College Ryde in Sydney is seeking an English Teacher to inspire students within a Catholic learning environment. You will deliver engaging English instruction across Stages 4-6, including Extension English where appropriate.

You will hold a tertiary Education qualification and NESA accreditation, contribute to student wellbeing, and collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of inclusion and faith-based education.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Stages 4-6 English with Extension English advantageous.
• Strong classroom management and student well-being focus.
• Ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences.
• NESA accreditation required; Religious Education qualifications or willingness to achieve them.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic environment.
• Deliver English instruction across Stages 4-6 and Extension English where applicable.
• Create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences for all learners.
• Collaborate with staff to support student wellbeing and faith-based values.

Skills

Stages 4-6 English

Classroom management

Student well-being focus

Inclusive teaching

Education

Tertiary qualification in Education

NESA accreditation

Job description

Holy Cross College Ryde

Start Date:Thursday, 28 January 2027

Application Closing Date:Friday, 20 November 2026

Employment Type: Full-Time,Permanent

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Holy Cross College Ryde, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.

Benefits include:

• competitive remuneration: up to $149,433. Base salary: $92,882 – $133,422
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and professional opportunities
• health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

Holy Cross College Ryde seeks to offer a quality Catholic education that maximises the potential of every boy in our care.

The college was founded in 1891 by the Patrician Brothers'. The charism of the Patrician Brothers is marked by a commitment to 'seeing the face of Christ in all we meet' in our daily lives. The college remains committed to this Patrician ideal. It translates into a school life that:

• welcomes all, seeking to build a community of hospitality and inclusion
• expects high standards in academic work and student behaviour
• challenges all in the school community to develop a real spirit of justice that makes a difference to the way we live our lives
• celebrates and sanctifies life and everything in school life that is life-giving.

About You

As a English Teacher, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:

• expertise in Stages 4-6 English, with additional teaching areas and ability to teach Extension English advantageous
• strong classroom management and student well-being focus
• ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences
• a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation
• Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.