Senior School Teacher - HSIE, RAVE & Science

Trinity Anglican College; Albury City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Anglican College invites applications for a Senior School Teacher in HSIE, RAVE and Science. The role covers History/Geography, Religious and Values Education, Studies of Religion, and Science for Years 7–10, with a focus on delivering engaging, standards-aligned programs.

The successful candidate will contribute to pastoral care, school life, and cocurricular activities, while upholding Trinity’s Anglican ethos and commitment to student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to plan engaging lessons across HSIE and Science.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for parent and student engagement.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and school ethos.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement coherent, well-sequenced teaching programs.
• Use diverse teaching strategies to meet learning needs.
• Assess student learning with formative and summative methods; provide feedback.
• Participate in pastoral care, cocurricular activities and student supervision.
• Attend meetings and contribute to school events and duties.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organization

Creativity

Education

Tertiary qualifications

NESA Accreditation

Working with Children Check

Job description

Senior School Teacher - HSIE, RAVE & Science

Trinity Anglican College is a co-educational school with over 1480 students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

We are the largest independent regional school in NSW and a proud member of AngliSchools. The College has earned a reputation as the ‘school of choice’ in this region because we believe every child has the right to an engaging and joyful school experience.

Trinity is an inclusive, faith-based community school in the Anglican tradition that values the uniqueness of every child and community member.

Trinity has a dynamic and dedicated staff team. We believe in a collaborative staff culture and staff engagement, playing to people’s strengths and providing opportunities for development and growth.

AVAILABLE SUBJECT AREAS Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE)

We are seeking a HSIE teacher who can teach one or a combination of History and/or Geography, Religious and Values Education (RAVE), and Studies of Religion. A part-time position may be negotiated.

Science

We are seeking a Science teacher for Years 7-10, with Stage 6 Biology particularly welcome.

Teachers are responsible for providing quality content and continuity of learning experiences for students; the delivery of best quality programs, teaching and learning activities and the achievement of student outcomes for all students within the subject area.

A love of teaching and learning, initiative, an optimistic outlook, great organisational skills, excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to professional learning are all pre-requisites for the position.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The key responsibilities of the role include (but are not limited to):

Plan and implement coherent, well sequenced teaching and learning programs that engage students and maximise learning.

Use a range of teaching strategies to deliver quality teaching programs that are responsive to the learning strengths and needs of students.

Develop, select, and use informal and formal, formative and summative assessment strategies to assess student learning.

Prepare and deliver timely and targeted feedback and reports to students and parents.

Support the College Code of Conduct and Behaviour Management program:

Apply a care-based, restorative and solution-focused approach to managing student issues in consultation with parents as appropriate.

Keep the Head of House informed of significant student issues.

Be alert to, and act upon, instances endangering student safety.

Being punctual and diligent in classroom, playground and other supervisory duties.

Being courteous, firm, consistent and fair in dealings with students.

Responding appropriately to breaches of the College’s behaviour management and uniform policies.

Pastoral Care Program:

Actively participate in College pastoral care and well-being programs, including being a House Mentor.

Attend one College camp during the year, involving at least two nights away.

Lead and support students’ academic, pastoral and spiritual needs in the roles of classroom teacher and House Mentor.

Other duties of all teachers:

Actively participate in the College Cocurricular Program.

Carry our supervisory duties as required and rostered.

Participate in department meetings, school meetings and College briefings, some of which may occur outside normal school hours.

Participate in school functions including Chapels, Assemblies, and Parent-Student-Teacher Evenings.

Model exemplary behaviour reflective of the values and ethos of the College.

Any other duties as determined by the Principal.

REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrate a commitment to the vision and mission of Trinity Anglican College and the Anglican Schools Commission (ASC).

Comply with all Child Protection Legislation.

Comply with all Workplace Health and Safety Information.

Comply with the College Code of Conduct and Network Agreement.

Positively promote the College, both within the school and in the wider community.,

Maintain confidentiality about students, staff and College business.

Respond promptly to parent or student concerns.

QUALIFICATIONS

Possess appropriate tertiary qualifications for this position.

NESA Accreditation to teach (accreditation at a minimum of Proficient Accreditation will be advantageous).

Current Working with Children Check and National Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).

Current First Aid certificate is desirable.

EXPERIENCE

Experience in a faith-based school setting and a willingness to support and contribute to the Anglican ethos and values of Trinity Anglican College.

Experience and knowledge of current practices in English education and trends.

Awareness of NESA syllabus documents.

SKILLS

Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong interpersonal skills and experience in maintaining cooperative partnerships within an organisation.

Skilled in negotiating conflicting interests to ensure a positive outcome.

Be a team player with experience working within a team and independently.

Well-organised and committed.

Creative and energetic.

STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO CHILD SAFETY

Trinity Anglican College is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in children’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm. Trinity Anglican College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and, as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations to maintain a child safe culture.