History and English Teacher

Warakirri College; Picton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Warakirri College in Picton seeks an inspiring History/English Teacher to join our new campus. We educate young people aged 15–22 who have disengaged from mainstream schooling and help them thrive in a trauma-informed, supportive environment.

You will build strong relationships, deliver inclusive lessons, and contribute to flexible pathways including ATAR and non-ATAR routes. We offer professional development, EAP, and a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to teach History and English to students aged 15–22.
• Demonstrated experience with trauma-informed practice and inclusive, student-centred learning.
• Commitment to professional growth and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging History and English lessons at the Picton campus.
• Foster strong, respectful relationships with students and staff.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment and contribute to trauma-informed programs.

Skills

History teaching

English teaching

Trauma-informed

Job description

Make a lasting difference. Teach where relationships matter!

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 are seeking an inspiring History/English Teacher to join our new Picton campus.

Why join Warakirri?

Exceptionally low student‑to‑staff ratios, small class sizes

ATAR and non‑ATAR pathways available to students

Flexible, trauma‑informed academic model

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

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.

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

Ongoing professional development and career progression

Access to Fitness Passport

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

Child Safety Commitment

Warakirri College is deeply committed tochild safety and wellbeing. All staff are required to undergoNational Police Clearanceand hold aWorking with Children Checkin accordance with NSW Child Safe Standards

• Applicants must have full working rights to work in Australia