Junior School Classroom Teacher (Parental Leave Relief)

Danebank - An Anglican School For Girls; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Danebank is seeking a passionate Junior School Classroom Teacher for a full-time parental leave relief contract from January to September 2027 (Terms 1 to 3). The successful candidate will collaborate with the Deputy Principal of Junior School, share teaching practice and deliver an inspiring, differentiated learning program that develops reflective, capable learners.

Essential qualifications include a tertiary qualification in Primary Education, accreditation with NESA and a Working with

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Primary Education.
• Accredited with NESA.
• Working with Children Check required.
• Experience teaching K-6.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Deputy Principal of Junior School and Danebank staff, sharing teaching practice and bringing innovative ideas to promote continuous improvement.
• Delivers an inspiring and differentiated learning program through high-quality teaching to develop deep understanding and reflective, powerful learners.
• Ensures professional compliance, supports policy and follows school procedures and systems.

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Primary Education

Accredited with NESA

Job description

Junior School Classroom Teacher (Parental leave relief)

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 12 November 2026

Danebank is seeking a passionate and experienced Junior School Classroom Teacher for a full-time parental leave relief contract from January to September 2027 (Terms 1 to 3).

We believe Danebank is a workplace of choice. Our staff are passionate about learning and deeply committed to the wellbeing and growth of each girl. Our heart to serve and vision to improve drives our collaboration, innovation, professional growth and pursuit of the best for ourselves and our community.

Danebank staff enjoy contemporary learning spaces and resources, generous conditions and an extensive program of professional learning encouraging innovation and collaboration.

It is an exciting time to join our community.

The Position
Classroom Teacher (Junior School)
Full Time - Temporary - Parental Leave Cover, Term 1 - end Term 3

A full-time temporary parental leave relief position is available from January to September 2027. Applications are invited from passionate and experienced Junior School Classroom Teachers who are deeply committed to the wellbeing and growth of every student.

In partnership with the Deputy Principal of Junior School and Danebank staff, the classroom teacher collaborates, shares teaching practice and brings innovative ideas to promote a culture of continuous improvement.

The classroom teacher delivers an inspiring and differentiated learning program through high quality teaching in order to develop deep understanding and develop students as reflective and powerful learners. The teacher ensures professional compliance, supports policy and follows school procedures and systems.

Essential Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Primary Education.
• Accredited with NESA.
• Working with Children Check required.
• Experience teaching K-6

A Child-Safe Organisation

Danebank is committed to being a child-safe organisation, putting the needs and interests of our students first. All Danebank staff are required to comply with applicable child-protection legislation and are responsible for ensuring that the school’s child-safe policies, procedures and programs are at the forefront of all we do. This includes maintaining a child-safe culture, adopting strategies and taking action to promote child wellbeing, and keeping students safe from harm. The school has zero tolerance for child abuse.

Early applications are encouraged. Interviews may begin as applications are received and the position may be filled prior to the closing date.

Affiliation: Anglican
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Girl

966 Students
109 TeachingStaff
61 Non-Teaching Staff

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. Interviews may begin as suitable applications are received and the position may be filled prior to the closing date.