AddressWe are seeking an exceptional English Teacher to join our unique, future-focused college.
- Full-time or Part-time, permanent role
- Located in Ultimo
- Generous above-award salary. Salary will be commensurate with experience and related qualifications.
- Start date Term 1 2025 but earlier start possible.
About us
Based in the heart of Sydney’s rapidly developing ‘Innovation and Technology Precinct’, just 10 minutes’ walk from Central, we use a ‘city office’ format and tertiary facilities to deliver to our students a ground-breaking ‘mixed secondary/tertiary’ experience without peer. We are not a ‘school’ in a traditional sense. Our students are mature and engaged learners who are treated as young professionals from Day 1. We offer our students a business attire dress code and opportunities to develop their initiative, independence and confidence. Our staff work closely with colleagues and students to offer a warm, inclusive culture, nurturing the wellbeing of all members of our college.
Westbourne College Sydney, launched in 2021, shot to the upper echelons of Australia’s finest academic schools with its very first cohort, becoming the school with the highest proportion of top scoring IB students. The curriculum enrichment opportunities provided by being immersed in such a professional, STEM-focused environment are unparalleled. With unique opportunities in universities and global experiences, we aim to optimize our students’ transition into university and life beyond school. Westbourne College Sydney students will graduate to the very best universities in Australia, the UK and around the world.
The Westbourne International leadership team includes the same people who have led our success in the UK. This is an inspiring, driven, dynamic and truly world-class team. We are fiercely proud of our history … but we are unshackled by it – we are at the very forefront of modern education. Westbourne College Sydney is the second in our well-developed plans to create the world’s first truly global network of academically elite colleges. All our colleges are co-ed, selective and deliver the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. Westbourne College Sydney works closely with our sister school, Westbourne School UK, which is firmly established as one of Britain’s leading academic schools - 1st in UK for results over 5 years and IB School of the Year 2019. Furthermore, later this year, Westbourne International is opening their third college in Singapore.
About the role
While we are STEM focused, Westbourne College Sydney recognises the importance of Studies in Language and Literature to our students. Developing a passion for all subjects within the IB Diploma Programme is key to our students’ success at our college, but also for their future success in life and their chosen careers.
The successful candidate will therefore be an experienced, effective English teacher who can demonstrate leadership in their field. They will be responsible for teaching our Year 10 class in a NESA approved course designed to prepare students for the IBDP and Year 11 and 12 students in IB Standard Level and Higher Level English: Language and Literature. They will have a proven track record in successfully supporting the educational development of high potential students and differentiation in their lessons.
As a talented and passionate English Teacher, you will foster a love of language and literature and drive the development and implementation of engaging learning activities, assessments and programs, designed to enhance motivation and underpin the achievement of academic excellence.
Working collaboratively with the Westbourne team, you will be a vital support for students in the core components of the IB, such as Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay. The opportunities for ongoing career development and international collaboration are limited only by the successful candidate’s desire, drive and commitment. You will enjoy an equal voice in our small, friendly and collaborative team.
About you
You will demonstrate the following essential attributes and capabilities:
- Be a confident and highly effective classroom teacher with recent experience in IB English or Stage 6 Advanced and Extension English. The ability to teach Theory of Knowledge or another IBDP Course will be an advantage but is not essential.
- Be an effective team contributor and demonstrate exceptional collaboration and communication skills.
- Have extensive experience in developing programs and delivering syllabus requirements
- Demonstrate commitment to the success of program delivery
- Able to adapt to new technology to enhance learning
- Be a self-aware professional, interested in ongoing professional development
- Be committed to supporting student wellbeing
- Demonstrate commitment to maintaining a positive college culture
You will demonstrate the following desirable attributes and capabilities:
- Willing to provide leadership, voice and initiative in your field
- Have experience in teaching IB English at Standard and Higher Level and supporting students in the successful completion of the IB core components
- Demonstrate an awareness and interest in the IB aims and mission
- Willing to collaborate with other IB English teachers within the Westbourne group and other Australian IB schools
- Able and willing to develop new and innovative Year 10 programs or projects that enhance the success of students in senior years
- Able and willing to contribute to the support of students in the IB core components – Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and CAS.
Successful candidates must comply with the NSW Teacher Accreditation Act, have a current accreditation with NESA and provide a Working with Children Check.
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and letter addressing the criteria outlined by July 30 2024. Earlier applicants will have a scheduling advantage. Please make your submission to:
*****@westbournecollege.com.au
Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. We thank you for your interest in Westbourne College Sydney.
