Secondary Teacher - TAS - Hamilton

St Nicholas Early Education; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and staff development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Job summary

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton is seeking a permanent full-time Secondary TAS Teacher commencing January 2027. The role requires commitment to Catholic Education, planning contemporary programs and using data to improve outcomes.

You will teach Stage 5 Computing Technology and Stage 6 Enterprise/Software/Industrial Tech as desirable areas, in a supportive Catholic college setting. The successful candidate will contribute to a holistic education, collaborate with staff and the wider

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic Education and school ethos.
• Ability to plan and deliver contemporary, compliant teaching programs.
• Use of assessment data to inform improvements.
• Strong collaboration with staff and community.
• Open to continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Stage 7–12 curriculum with focus on Stage 5/6 Computing and related subjects as needed.
• Develop and implement quality teaching programs and assessments.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Engage with families and the wider school community to support outcomes.

Skills

Catholic Education commitment

Teaching program planning

Assessment/data utilisation

Collaborative work

Innovative mindset

Stage 5 Computing Technology (Des)|

Stage 6 Enterprise Computing (Des)|

Stage 6 Software Engineering (Des)

Stage 6 Industrial Technology/Multim (

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

NSW WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton is seeking a permanent full-time Secondary TAS Teacher to join the team commencing January 2027.

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton, is a comprehensive, co-educational college catering to vibrant young adults across Years 7 to 12. We are committed to creating a contemporary space that caters to the diversity of its students. Teachers are focused on offering a holistic approach to education acknowledging the mind, body and spirit of students and the importance of each in their development of personal and social responsibility.

The teaching community at St Francis Xavier's College upholds the responsibility of shaping and encouraging young minds through a shared vision of high quality education, hands-on experiences and fruitful learning for all students. Each member of the teaching staff brings with them skills and expertise in their delivery of Stage 6 courses and the requirements of the Higher School Certificate and an understanding of the new Stages 4 and 5 curriculum, while also modelling faith in action by nurturing positive relationships between one another.

Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.

• Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
• Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
• Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs

The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions you must also be Catholic
• Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes
• Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment
• Ability to teach Stage 5 Computing Technology (Desirable)
• Ability to teach Stage 6 Enterprise Computing (Desirable)
• Ability to teach Stage 6 Software Engineering (Desirable)
• Ability to teach Stage 6 Industrial Technology/Multimedia (Desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher
• Active NESA Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Completion of CPR training

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport(T&C's apply)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programs
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Applications close: Wednesday 28th October 2026at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

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