Visual Arts Teacher

Newington College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Newington College in Sydney is seeking a dynamic Visual Arts Teacher to commence at the start of Term 1, 2027, on a full-time permanent basis. You will join a collaborative Visual Arts Department, fostering creativity and growth across all year levels, with access to well-resourced classrooms, an artist-in-residence program and a strong professional community.

The role involves teaching Years 7–12 Visual Arts, integrating ICT, and contributing to the College’s co-curricular program while

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Visual Arts in a NSW/IB/NSW Education Standards Authority context is preferred.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons for diverse learners.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with case-based feedback to students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a program of study approved by the Head of Department and aligned with NSW Education Standards Authority or IB requirements.
• Create a stimulating, rigorous learning environment for all students.
• Plan and deliver effective teaching that addresses varied learner needs.
• Develop and implement formative and summative assessment of learning.
• Provide comprehensive, well-considered feedback to students on progress and products.

Skills

Curriculum planning

ICT integration

Assessment & feedback

Differentiation

Team collaboration

Pastoral care

Job description

About the Role

Newington College is seeking a dynamic Visual Arts Teacher to commence at the beginning of Term 1, 2027, on a full-time permanent basis.

Join our dedicated Visual Arts Department and become part of a collaborative team committed to fostering creativity and artistic growth across all year levels.

We are seeking a passionate educator who values innovative teaching, embraces contemporary art practices, and is eager to inspire students in both practical and theoretical aspects of art.

The Visual Arts Department currently offers the compulsory Visual Arts courses at Years 7 and 8, elective Visual Arts, Photographic and Digital Media courses at Years 9 and 10 and the NSW HSC and IB Visual Arts courses for Years 11 and 12. The Department has a tradition of excellent results.

As a member of our department, you will have access to well-resourced classrooms, a vibrant artist-in-residence program, and a supportive professional community. You’ll play an active role in shaping engaging learning experiences, integrating ICT, and contributing to a culture of reflective practice. If you are enthusiastic about developing students’ skills and creativity in visual arts, and keen to be part of a collegial and dynamic environment, we invite you to apply.

Further details about this position can be obtained by contacting Mr Andrew Thompson, Head of Visual Arts, via email at: *********@newington.nsw.edu.au

About You

We have deliberately not provided set and narrow selection criteria. However, it would be expected that the successful candidate will:

• teaching a program of study, as approved by the Head of Department and as accredited by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) or the International Baccalaureate Organisation
• creating a stimulating, rigorous and engaging learning environment for all students
• planning and delivering effective teaching which caters to the learning needs of all students
• developing and implementing formative and summative assessment of learning
• providing comprehensive, well-considered feedback to students on their learning process and products
• ensuring high standards of achievement commensurate with student ability and needs
• ability to differentiate instruction and cater for a range of learning abilities and needs
• have a thorough understanding of the learning process, including the role of assessment and feedback
• work effectively as a member of a team
• be personally committed to learning and professional growth
• have a strong work ethic
• show a genuine appreciation and commitment to pastoral care
• participate in the College's co-curricular program
• understand and adhere to the College's Child Safeguarding policies and practices proper care and use of College resources and facilities
• attending and participating in staff and department meetings, and professional learning events
• developing individual professional goals, aligned with Departmental goals and endorsed by the Head of Department, and actively working to achieve these goals
• managing student behaviour within the classroom and, when required, referring concerns to the appropriate person.
• maintaining professional and collegial working relationships that help foster a supportive and academically rigorous staffroom environment.
• contribute to the continuous improvement of Child Safeguarding at Newington.

It is recommended that you use this information, the information contained on the College website andyour own initiative to present a curriculum vitae that reflects you, your career to date and your priorities.

Short-listed applicants may be required to undertake a demonstration lesson as part of the selectionprocess.

About Newington College

Newington College is a school bustling with opportunity and rigour. We aim to teach students to think critically, stretch their learning and approach life with curiosity and open-mindedness. That also applies to everyone who works here - from teachers and grounds staff to the finance and admissions teams.

Teaching staff are highly skilled, dedicated to bringing out the best in each student – and each other. They instil a breadth of knowledge in their students and an understanding of how to think and question both inside the classroom and out, as they help prepare them for life in a rapidly changing world. Newington has a community of educators who take their vocation seriously, are dedicated, supportive of each other and respected by their peers and students. We ensure the resources are available to make the most of every opportunity.

Founded in 1863 by the Uniting Church, Newington College is an ELC to Year 12 school in Sydney’s humming inner west and the north shore. From 2026, the College will begin our exciting transition to co-education, welcoming girls into Kindergarten and Year 5. The College has more than two thousand students across five vibrant campuses and is a member of the GPS Association of NSW. Our mission is to empower students to develop great hearts, inspired minds and strong wings, ready to make a positive contribution to society and the future.

What else sets us apart? We strive to create a culture underpinned by our diverse and inclusive community – students, parents, carers, staff, alumni and our neighbours. The College is supported by a strong sense of integrity, respect, honesty, fairness and responsibility. Collaboration and support are also key, so we ensure all staff have the resources available to make the most of every opportunity.

If our approach appeals to you – and if you think you could help us achieve our goals – we’d like to hear from you.

Further information about the College, its programs and its strategic plans are available on the College website: www.newington.nsw.edu.au

Newington's Commitment to Child Protection

The College is a ‘Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people at the College and is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. All children and young people who come to Newington have a right to feel and be safe.

Successful applicants will be subject to employment screening processes with the Office of the Children’s Guardian and will be required to provide a current Working with Children registration number. In addition, teaching staff will be expected to possess a current First Aid qualification.