Senior School English Teacher

Nowra Anglican College; Bomaderry; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nowra Anglican College in the Shoalhaven region NSW is seeking a Senior School English Teacher to inspire students in Stages 4–6 with differentiated, engaging English instruction within a Christian worldview.

You will collaborate with experienced educators, contribute to pastoral care, lead a co-curricular activity, and participate in annual performance reviews, while aligning with the college's values of Respect, Compassion and Wisdom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or approved post-graduate teaching qualification.
• Eligibility for NSW WWCC.
• Experience teaching Stages 4–6 English, with Extension 1 desirable.
• Active commitment to Anglican Christian education.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, high-quality English programs for Stages 4–6.
• Embed Building Learning Power concepts into teaching sequences.
• Model Christian worldview and school values in the classroom and community.
• Contribute to Senior School pastoral care and lead a co-curricular activity.
• Collaborate with Head of Department and Senior Leadership; participate in performance reviews.

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Job description

Located in the beautiful, fast-growing Shoalhaven region on the NSW South Coast, Nowra Anglican College is a dynamic P–12 independent school experiencing an exciting phase of growth. Grounded in Christ’s compassion, our community lives and learns through our core values: Respect, Compassion, and Wisdom.

We offer an exceptional coastal lifestyle where stunning beaches meet rolling mountains paired with a vibrant, supportive workplace culture. As a school committed to developing the whole child, we use a custom P–12 learning framework inspired by the Building Learning Power approach, fostering active, confident, lifelong learners.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an energetic, innovative, and dedicated Senior School English Teacher to join our secondary faculty.

In this role, you will inspire students across Stages 4, 5, and 6 English, delivering differentiated instruction that unlocks individual potential. Working collaboratively with experienced educators, you will integrate a Christian worldview into your teaching while fostering a dynamic, inclusive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Excellence in Teaching: Design and deliver engaging, high-quality English learning programs tailored to diverse learning needs across Stages 4–6.
• Building Learning Power: Embed pedagogical research and Building Learning Power concepts into everyday teaching sequences.
• Christian Worldview & Ethos: Actively model the College’s vision, mission, and values, participating in staff devotions and the Christian life of the school.
• Pastoral & Co-Curricular Care: Contribute actively to the Senior School pastoral care program and lead a co-curricular activity (such as a sporting team, music ensemble, or lunchtime club).
• Collaborative Growth: Participate in annual performance reviews, engage with NESA professional standards, and work closely with the Head of Department and Senior Leadership.

Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Qualifications: A recognised teaching degree (e.g., Bachelor of Education or undergraduate degree plus post-graduate teaching qualification).
• Accreditation & Safety: Eligibility for NESA accreditation and a valid NSW paid Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Teaching Expertise: Proven experience teaching Stage 6 Advanced English as well as Stages 4 and 5 English. Extension 1 Experience desirable
• Christian Commitment: A active commitment to the ethos of independent Christian education in the Anglican tradition and involvement in a local church community.
• Collaborative Culture: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to contribute positively to a team.

Standard Hours: 8:15 am – 3:45 pm (Monday to Friday).

Staff Meetings: Tuesday afternoons until 5:00 pm.

Close Date: Sunday, 25 October 2026

Nowra Anglican College is a child-safe environment committed to the safety, protection, and wellbeing of all children and young people.