English Teacher

PERMANENT FULL-TIME

 COMMENCEMENT DATE: 4 September 2026

 Closing Date: 4 September 2026 at 4:00pm

(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 the 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, and 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 team in a full-time permanent ongoing (1.0FTE) position.

The successful candidate will teach across all year levels beginning in Term 1, 2027 and reporting to the English Coordinator. 

The English Teacher will collaborate 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 particular skills in teaching English 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 located on the online application form online.

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. All staff are expected to 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 be a highly dedicated professional who meets the following criteria:

• Experience as a highly effective, innovative, and motivated educator across all Stages of the curriculum (4, 5, and 6) with the ability to contribute to Stage 3 upon its introduction in 2027.

• Proven ability as a subject specialist in at least one Stage 6 English subject
• Ability to teach Extension English (highly desirable)
• The ability to work effectively and cohesively within the English faculty
• Incorporate use of data to inform teaching practice and classroom intervention
• Understand and show commitment to the Australian Professional Standards for Teaching
• Possess proven ability to incorporate modern technologies into their teaching practice and convey passion about classroom innovation
• A commitment to academic excellence and demonstrated knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices that encourage 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;
• Interpersonal skills with parents, students and staff
• 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.

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 expected that all staff support the College's vision and goals as a learning community and contribute to all aspects of College life.

The Application Process

If you meet the requirements of this position, please click on the Apply Now button to submit your online application to the Principal of Rosebank College. 

When you complete the online application, you will need to provide:

• A copy of your CV;
• A cover letter;
• Upload copies of formal teaching qualifications, including copies of transcripts;
• Provide details of your Current NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW.

Candidates who progress through our recruitment process will be required to provide at least two (2) referees, including their current employer.

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 prior to the application closing date.

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

Child Safety Commitment

Rosebank College has zero tolerance for child abuse. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all students. Child safety and wellbeing are embedded in our practices.

General Enquiries

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

Rosebank College manages all our recruitment and hiring needs internally. As such, we ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us directly regarding candidate referrals or general recruitment needs.  The College will not respond to unsolicited emails from recruitment agencies.