English Teacher

ENGLISH TEACHER

PERMANENT FULL-TIME (1.0FTE)

COMMENCEMENT DATE: TERM 2, 2024

Closing Date:  Tuesday, 26 March 2024 at 4pm

(Apply now as interviews may commence sooner based on applications received)

Why Join Rosebank? 

• Join a supportive and dynamic team
• Leading 7-12 Catholic co-educational College – Over 1400 students
• Great location in Five Dock (Inner West)
• Onsite Carpark
• Additional leave - 1 week in the June/July school vacation period (3 weeks total)
• Transferable LSL/ Personal/Carer’s leave from systemic and non-systemic Catholic schools (participating schools under current EA) 
• Salary packaging options 
• No Saturday sports requirement 
• Regular professional learning opportunities
• Access to College-wide health and wellbeing initiatives
• Diverse and inclusive welcoming community

About Us 

Rosebank College has a proud and varied history of over 150 years as part of the Good Samaritan family established in 1857, belonging to the Benedictine spiritual and educational tradition founded by St Benedict in the 4th century. The College belongs to the community of ten schools across Australia called Good Samaritan Education (GSE).  Established in 2011 by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, the mission of Good Samaritan Education is to sustain and nurture our Catholic schools as Good Samaritan Benedictine communities of learning.

Catholic education in the Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition is committed to developing students who will engage with today’s world as grounded, hope-filled young people who are equipped to lead wisely, to listen deeply and to treat their neighbour and their environment with justice, love and the compassion of Christ. 

Rosebank College promotes an inclusive, welcoming environment for children and provides transparent, accountable, risk-managed approaches to ensure child safeguarding.

As a school of Good Samaritan Education, Rosebank College is incorporated and governed by a Board of Directors which is accountable through the Company Members to Good Samaritan Education.

For further information about Rosebank College, please visit our website: www.rosebank.nsw.edu.au. 

About the Role 

A school of Good Samaritan Education, Rosebank College, seeks expressions of interest for the position of English Teacher to join the English Faculty in an ongoing permanent full-time (1.0FTE) position.

Commencing Term 2, 2024, and reporting to the English Coordinator, this teaching position will work collaboratively within the English department and across all year groups, undertaking responsibilities within the team, as required by the coordinator. The English department is highly successful and fosters a culture of continuous improvement committed to student-centered practice. 

The College offers excellent support to all teachers to enable them to develop on their professional journey through professional development. All staff are required to be involved in the pastoral care of our students, demonstrate a commitment to the ideals and ethos of Catholic Education, and be willing to participate in extracurricular programs.

Applicants for this position must be excellent classroom practitioners, dedicated team players interested in the care and welfare of students, and have English teaching skills to equip them to contribute to the College’s educational program in teaching and learning.  Applicants must also be skilled in using educational technology in the classroom. This position will allow a creative and passionate teacher and their students to flourish. 

For further information about the role, view the position description here. 

About You

The successful candidate will be an outstanding educator who is highly motivated to support Rosebank College's continued academic achievement by inspiring and developing innovative learning that engages and values every learner. It is an expectation that all staff support the college's vision and goals as a learning community and contribute to all aspects of College life.

To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Ability to teach Stage 4 - 6 English (essential) 
• A commitment to academic excellence and demonstrated knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices that encourages academic excellence,
• Commitment to continual improvement and effective use of data to differentiate the curriculum and address the learning needs of all students,
• Knowledge and understanding of the current curriculum and NESA requirements for English
• Interpersonal skills with parents, students and staff,
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team
• Possess a valid Working with Children Check
• A commitment to the child safeguarding principles
• Willingness to support the Catholic ethos and learning culture of the College
• Current NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW
• Supporting the College Pastoral Program, including being responsible for a Home Room
• A commitment to the child safeguarding principles

The Process

If you believe you meet the requirements of this position, please apply now by emailing your application to the Principal of Rosebank College at ***********@rosebank.nsw.edu.au.

In your application, you will need to provide:

• A cover letter;
• A copy of your CV; 
• Formal teaching qualifications, including copies of transcripts;
• Current NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW;
• Two (2) referees, including your current employer (this can be provided at a later stage if you are shortlisted for an interview);
• A valid NSW Working With Children Check number.

Early applications are encouraged to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made before the application closing date.

The appointment of a successful candidate is conditional and based on completing all pre-employment screening for child-related employment and reference checks.

Rosebank College has zero tolerance for child abuse. Rosebank College supports and respects all children. Child safety and wellbeing are embedded in our practices. Rosebank College is committed to providing students with a safe, healthy environment.

General Enquiries

If you have any questions regarding the role, please email the College’s Human Resources Manager at ***********@rosebank.nsw.edu.au.