Languages Teacher - French

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosebank College is seeking an experienced Languages Teacher (French) to join the Languages Department on a temporary full-time basis for Terms 1–3, 2027, with a possible extension to Term 4. The role requires teaching French through Year 12, with the option to teach an additional subject.

The college emphasizes student-centered learning within a supportive team and Catholic ethos. The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing curriculum delivery, collaboration, and professional learning

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach French through Year 12 and capable of delivering Year 12 curriculum.
• Knowledge of NSW NESA French syllabus, including Stage 6 requirements.
• Strong classroom practice with a focus on student engagement and pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Teach French across multiple year groups, including Year 12.
• Collaborate with the Languages Department and broader college teams.
• Effectively integrate educational technology into teaching practice.
• Support pastoral care and participate in extracurricular programs.

Skills

French teaching

Team collaboration

Technology integration

Education

NSW NESA Accreditation to teach French through Year 12

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Job description

WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION INTO TERM 4

COMMENCEMENT DATE: Term 1, 2027

Closing Date: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 4 pm

Why Join Rosebank?

Join a supportive and dynamic team

• Leading 5-12 Catholic co-educational College – Over 1400 students
• Great location in Five Dock (Inner West)
• Additional leave - 1 week in the June/July school vacation period (3 weeks total)
• Transferable LSL/ Personal/Carer’s leave from systemic and non-systemic Catholic schools (participating schools under the current EA)
• Salary packaging options
• No Saturday sports requirement
• Regular professional learning opportunities
• Access to College-wide health and wellbeing initiatives
• Diverse and inclusive, welcoming community
• Work within a College guided by Rosebank’s Strategic Plan 2026–2029: Being Fully Alive, with a focus on learning, wellbeing, formation, innovation, and transition
• Be part of a vibrant, faith-filled community where staff are known, supported, and encouraged to thrive

About Us

Rosebank College has a proud and varied history of over 150 years as part of the Good Samaritan family established in 1857, and belonging to the Benedictine spiritual and educational tradition founded by St Benedict in the 4th century. The College belongs to the community of ten schools across Australia called Good Samaritan Education (GSE). Established in 2011 by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, the mission of Good Samaritan Education is to sustain and nurture our Catholic schools as Good Samaritan Benedictine communities of learning.

Catholic education in the Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition is committed to developing students who will engage with today’s world as grounded, hope-filled young people who are equipped to lead wisely, to listen deeply and to treat their neighbour and their environment with justice, love and the compassion of Christ.

Rosebank College promotes an inclusive, welcoming environment for children and provides transparent, accountable, risk-managed approaches to ensure child safeguarding.

As a school of Good Samaritan Education, Rosebank College is incorporated and governed by a Board of Directors which is accountable through the Company Members to Good Samaritan Education.

About the Role

Rosebank College, a school of Good Samaritan Education, is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Languages Teacher (French) to join the Languages Department in a temporary full-time (1.0 FTE) capacity for Terms 1, 2 and 3, 2027.

There may be an opportunity to extend the appointment into Term 4, 2027, subject to the College’s operational requirements.

Reporting to the Languages Coordinator, the successful candidate must be suitably qualified and experienced to teach French through to Year 12. The ability to teach an additional subject area is highly desirable.

The Languages Teacher (French) will play an active role within a dynamic and collaborative Languages Department, teaching across a range of year groups and contributing to the team's broader responsibilities under the guidance of the Languages Coordinator. The faculty is highly successful and fosters a culture of continuous improvement, underpinned by a strong commitment to student-centered learning.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students and contribute to a supportive and high-performing team environment.

The College provides excellent support and professional learning opportunities to assist teachers throughout their professional journey. All staff are expected to contribute to the pastoral care of students, demonstrate a commitment to the ideals and ethos of Catholic education, and participate in the College’s extracurricular programs.

Applicants must be excellent classroom practitioners and collaborative team members who are committed to the care, wellbeing and academic growth of students. They must possess the knowledge and skills required to deliver high-quality French instruction, including at Year 12 level, and effectively integrate educational technology into their teaching practice.

About You

The successful candidate will be an outstanding educator who is highly motivated to support Rosebank College to ensure continued academic achievement by inspiring and developing innovative learning that engages and values every learner. It is expected that all staff support the College's vision and goals as a learning community and contribute to all aspects of College life.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated qualifications, experience and capacity to teach French through to Year 12
• Ability to teach an additional subject area is highly desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices that promote student engagement and academic excellence
• Commitment to continuous improvement and data-informed teaching practice
• Sound knowledge of NESA curriculum requirements for French, including Stage 6
• Proven ability to integrate technology effectively into teaching and learning
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and contribute positively to a team
• Current NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Commitment to child safeguarding principles
• Willingness to actively support the Catholic ethos and mission of the College

Child Safety Commitment

Rosebank College has zero tolerance for child abuse. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all students. Child safety and wellbeing are embedded in our practices.

General Enquiries

If you have any questions regarding the role, please email the College’s Human Resources Manager at [e-mail].

Rosebank College manages all our recruitment and hiring needs internally. As such, we ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us directly regarding candidate referralsor general recruitment needs. The College will not respond to unsolicitedemails from recruitmentagencies.

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