Food Technology and Science Teacher

Warakirri College; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Professional development

Job summary

Warakirri College is seeking an experienced, NESA-accredited Food Technology teacher to join our Distance Education team based at Campbelltown and moving to Cabramatta in 2027. You will teach Food Technology with the ability to teach Science, delivering synchronous learning with a trauma-informed, inclusive approach.

You will build strong relationships with students, contribute to ongoing professional growth, and support wellbeing–centred teaching.

Qualifications

• Experienced and NESA-accredited Food Technology teacher.
• Ability to teach Science.
• Commitment to building strong student relationships.
• Understanding trauma-informed practice and inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Food Technology teaching within a Distance Education model.
• Foster safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed learning environments.
• Support student engagement and re-engagement through flexible, wellbeing‑centred teaching.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support professional growth and program development.

Skills

Food Technology

Teaching

Education

NESA accreditation

Job description

Make a lasting difference. Create connections that change lives!

Full-time – permanent role. Term 4 start

About Us

At Warakirri College, we educate young people aged 15–22 who have disengaged from mainstream schooling—often due to anxiety, depression, or social disadvantage. Our students are capable, curious, and resilient. They simply need the right environment and dedicated, passionate educators to thrive.

We have campuses in Blacktown, Campbelltown, Fairfield, and Redfern, with more campuses planned to open shortly. We also have a Distance Education program.

We are advertising multiple positions across various campuses because the college is in an exciting growth phase.

We are seeking a passionate Food Technology Teacher (with ability to teach Science) to join our Distance Education team based at Campbelltown and moving to Cabramatta in 2027.

Why join Warakirri’s Distance Education Team?

Deliver a NESA accredited synchronous model of learning

Build meaningful one-to-one student relationships

Regular in person Hub Days to deepen student/teacher connections

Embrace technology to create learning experiences delivered through a wellbeing lens

Be part of a trauma‑informed and inclusive learning community

Help re‑engage students who need education delivered differently

Join a team committed to equity, opportunity and belonging

Strong academic outcomes:

30% of graduates receive early university offers

50% of graduates follow TAFE pathways

10% of graduates gain employment after leaving us

Work where your teaching really matters —deep relationships, professional autonomy, and the time to do your job well.

About You

An experienced, NESA accredited Food Technology teacher, with the ability to teach Science.

A genuine belief in young people and their capacity to engage and succeed

Ability to build strong, respectful relationships

An understanding of trauma‑informed practice and the ability to provide a safe and inclusive, student‑centred learning culture

A commitment to professional growth and reflective practice

A collaborative mindset and emotional intelligence.

Early Career Teachers are strongly encouraged to apply.

We provide the structure, support and mentoring to help you grow.

What We Offer

A supportive small school environment where positive relationships are key to our success

Salary packaging benefits (FBT‑exempt up to $15,999 p.a.)

Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program

Access to Fitness Passport

Ongoing professional development and career progression

The opportunity to work with a team of committed professionals and help shape our growth.

Child Safety Commitment

Warakirri College is deeply committed to child safety and wellbeing. The College and its staff uphold the rights of children and young people to feel safe, respected, valued and heard. All staff are required to undergo National Police Clearance and hold a Working With Children Check in accordance with NSW Child Safe Standards

• Applicants must have full working rights to work in Australia