Teacher English - Gunnedah High School

NSW Department of Education; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Gunnedah High School in New South Wales is seeking a qualified English teacher for Years 7–10 who is committed to inclusive learning and student wellbeing. This permanent part-time position requires an unconditional teaching approval with the NSW Department of Education and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and families.

You will contribute to tailored learning pathways, differentiation, and a positive school culture, joining a community-focused team at a high school delivering

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to implement effective classroom management and differentiated learning.
• Capacity to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to Years 7–10 at Gunnedah High School.
• Develop and deliver differentiated learning programs.
• Contribute to school planning and student growth initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Teaching qualification NSW

Unconditional teaching approval

Job description

Gunnedah High School is a welcoming, comprehensive high school central to the Connected Communities Strategy. Located 78 kilometers west of Tamworth in the New England region of NSW, it serves Gunnedah and surrounding rural areas, including Boggabri, Mullaley, and Somerton. With a current enrolment of 410 students, 53% identifying as Aboriginal, the school is committed to meeting diverse student needs through tailored learning pathways and career-focused opportunities. The school features a Special Education Unit with five MC classes, one IM class, and a Tutorial Centre from 2025, ensuring every student is known, valued, and cared for. Gunnedah High emphasizes achievement and participation in academic, cultural, and sporting pursuits, celebrating student success within the school and the broader community. This inclusive, supportive environment fosters pride and holistic development, providing quality education for all.

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• Approval to teach English 7 - 10.
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• Well-developed interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills with the capacity to work collaboratively and empathetically with teachers, support staff, parents and agencies.
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• Capacity to implement effective classroom management strategies and contribute to differentiated teaching and learning programs to maximise student growth and promote high expectations for all students.
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An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.

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This advertisement qualifies for permanent part-time employment; therefore, applicants seeking either permanent full-time or permanent part-time work are encouraged to apply. Candidates must indicate their desired FTE (up to the maximum FTE of the advertised position) in their application prior to submission.

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• The FTE selection is final.
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• No changes (increase or decrease) will be permitted at the point of offer if you are the recommended applicant.
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• If no FTE is indicated, it will be assumed you are seeking the full FTE of the advertised role.
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• Recommended applicants seeking part-time employment will be appointed at their nominated FTE.
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• Any remaining FTE may be offered to applicants on the eligibility list, who are not obliged to accept.
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Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.

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About the NSW Department of Education The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population.

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We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above.

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To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

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If you are new or returning to the Department of Education and have relevant prior professional experience, you can submit a Salary determination for classroom teachers application form to request a salary determination. Until the outcome of any such determination is confirmed, your salary offer will remain at Step 1 then be updated at a later date (typically a 1–2-week processing time post receipt of the form). For further details on this process, please see the Department’s policy here: Salary determination .

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For technical support in applying for the role please contact School Recruitment Support at 1300 863 694.