English Teacher - Full-Time Permanent

Macarthur Anglican School; Cobbitty; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apple laptop provided

Well-resourced facilities

Christian teaching environment

Job summary

Macarthur Anglican School in Cobbitty seeks an experienced English educator to teach across all secondary stages, with emphasis on Extension English 1 and 2. The role involves integrating ICT and developing engaging curricula in a supportive Anglican setting.

Applicants should demonstrate a passion for literature, curriculum development, and innovative teaching practices within a well-resourced school community.

Qualifications

• Qualified English educator with strong knowledge of syllabus content Stages 4–6, including Advanced English.
• Ability to inspire reading and literature.
• Commitment to curriculum development and innovative resources.

Responsibilities

• Teach across all secondary stages with emphasis on Extension English 1 and 2.
• Integrate ICT effectively into lessons and assessments.
• Contribute to outdoor education and co-curricular programs.

Skills

English teaching

Curriculum development

ICT integration

Education

Bachelor of Education

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 23 November 2026

Macarthur is an independent Anglican co-educational Transition to Year 12 school with a strong academic and co-curricular focus, catering to students of all ability levels. It is located in picturesque Cobbitty on over 85 magnificent acres, 50 minutes from the CBDs of Sydney and Wollongong. The School is highly regarded as an employer of choice and provides a supportive workplace that pursues excellence and innovation.

The Headmaster seeks to appoint an appropriately qualified and experienced Christian educator who demonstrates a commitment to their Christian faith, as evidenced by regular attendance and involvement at a Church, to this full-time, permanent position within the highly professional, dynamic and industrious English Faculty. The successful applicant will need to teach across all secondary stages. The ability to teach Extension English 1 and 2 would be an advantage.

The staff of Macarthur are beneficiaries of Apple laptop computers (for the duration of employment), a supportive Christian teaching environment, and well-resourced facilities.

Candidates for this role will need to demonstrate:

• a passion for teaching and deep knowledge of the syllabus content, notably Stages 4 - 6, including Advanced English;
• a passion for literature and reading;
• a passion for developing creativity and high expectations in student work;
• a willingness to add to the curriculum and teaching resources in preparation for the new curriculum;
• an innovative approach to teaching and learning;
• comprehensive understanding of classroom differentiation; and,
• a deep understanding of how students think and learn.

The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate innovative use of ICT in teaching and learning, proficiency in writing teaching programmes, and an understanding of best practices in student assessment and feedback. The desire to contribute to the outdoor education and co-curricular programmes that provide a rich experience for our students and a rewarding sense of job satisfaction for our teachers is imperative.

The School holds the right to make appointments at any time.

Macarthur is a Child Safe environment and therefore requires preferred applicants to have their WWCC number verified by the School and to agree to relevant checks as deemed necessary.

Affiliation: Anglican
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

1280 Students
161 TeachingStaff
64 Non-Teaching Staff

Macarthur is an independent Anglican co-educational Transition to Year 12 school with a strong academic focus. It is located in picturesque Cobbitty on over 85 magnificent acres 50 minutes from the CBD’s of Sydney and Wollongong. The School is highly regarded as an employer of choice and provides a supportive workplace that pursues excellence and innovation.