TAS Teacher (Design and Technology) Commencing Term 1, 2027

Loreto; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible salary sacrifice

School nurse onsite

Annual flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

Loreto Kirribilli invites applications for a permanent full-time TAS Teacher (Design and Technology) to join our Senior School teaching team (Years 7-12), commencing Term 1, 2027.

You will deliver engaging, hands-on learning, foster project-based planning and product development, differentiate for diverse learners, and contribute to pastoral care and co-curricular life within a Catholic education grounded in Loreto values.

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in Design & Technology and a passion for effective, contemporary teaching.
• Experience teaching Design & Technology in a secondary school setting.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and NESA accreditation.
• Knowledge of design processes, prototyping, product development and emerging technologies.
• Commitment to Catholic education and Loreto tradition.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design and Technology across Years 7-12.
• Deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences fostering creativity and problem-solving.
• Inspire students through project-based learning, design thinking and product development.
• Differentiate learning to support diverse student needs in collaboration with the Academic Support Department.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and faculty initiatives.
• Actively participate in co-curricular programs and the broader life of the School.

Skills

Design & Technology

Secondary teaching

Collaborative teaching

Pastoral care

Education

Tertiary qualifications

NESA accreditation

Job description

Loreto Kirribilli seeks a passionate and dedicated TAS Teacher (Design and Technology) to join our Senior School teaching team (Years 7-12), in a permanent full-time position, commencing Term 1, 2027.

As a leading Catholic girls’ school in the Mary Ward tradition, Loreto Kirribilli is dedicated to offering an education that liberates, empowers and motivates young women to use their gifts with confidence, creativity and generosity in service of others.

About Loreto Kirribilli

Loreto Kirribilli places students at the centre of all that we do. We are committed to developing ethically minded, socially just and globally aware learners who grow in confidence through high-quality teaching, collaboration and ongoing professional growth.

Our educational approach is characterised by a strong commitment to academic excellence and inquiry-led learning, supported by innovation, creativity and reflective teaching practice. We value clear communication, collaboration and leadership, and place a high priority on professional growth and best-practice pedagogy, all within the context of a Catholic education grounded in values, ethics and spirituality.

About the Role

Reporting to the Principal through the Subject Coordinator, you will:

• Teach Design and Technology across Years 7-12.
• Deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences that foster creativity, innovation and problem-solving.
• Inspire students through project-based learning, design thinking and product development.
• Apply the School’s assessment and reporting processes consistently
• Differentiate learning to support diverse student needs, in collaboration with the Academic Support Department.
• Safely and effectively utilise workshop tools, equipment and machinery.
• Contribute to pastoral care through Circle Class, supporting student wellbeing and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and faculty initiatives.
• Actively participate in co-curricular programs and the broader life of the School.

About You

You are an enthusiastic and committed educator who values both academic excellence and student wellbeing. You will bring:

• Strong subject knowledge in Design and Technology and a passion for effective, contemporary teaching.
• Experience teaching Design and Technology in a secondary school setting.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and NESA accreditation.
• Knowledge of design processes, prototyping, product development and emerging technologies.
• A collaborative approach with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Willingness to contribute to the pastoral, spiritual, and co-curricular life of the School.
• A genuine passion for supporting the wellbeing, growth and development of young women.
• Commitment to Catholic education and the Loreto tradition.

Why Join Loreto Kirribilli?

• Meaningful work where you can contribute to the education of future women leaders.
• Supportive culture where every staff member’s contribution is valued.
• Beautiful harbourside campus with well-resourced facilities.
• Close proximity to trains, ferries and buses (five minutes' walk).
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Flexible salary sacrifice options.
• School nurse onsite; annual flu vaccinations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all staff.
• Staff Wellbeing framework with weekly morning tea and regular social events.

Loreto Kirribilli is committed to child safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and will be subject to appropriate employment screening. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.