<p>We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Jewish Studies Teacher to join our team. This is a full-time, temporary position commencing at the beginning of Term 2 (28 April 2025 to 4 July 2025). This role will include teaching Years 7, 8, 10 and 11 Jewish Studies and Year 7 Hebrew.</p><p>The successful candidate will be an effective communicator who holds students’ Jewish learning and development as the highest priorities. They will be an experienced, successful and qualified educator who is highly organised and professional, with a passion for ensuring the best possible education for students.  Teachers with strong knowledge of  Torah, Jewish texts and Hebrew are especially encouraged to apply.</p><p>The successful candidate will have a relevant degree and teaching qualifications,  be accredited with NESA and hold a current Working With Children Check.</p><p>Emanuel School welcomes Jewish Studies teachers from all streams of Judaism, and it is important to us that each teacher respects and supports the Jewish diversity of our community and is comfortable teaching and exploring pluralist Jewish themes.</p><p><strong>About Our School</strong></p><p>Emanuel is an independent, co-educational, Jewish day school from Pre-school to Year 12, situated in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. </p><p>We are a Jewish School, though you do not need to be Jewish to join our team. </p><p>Emanuel School is committed to providing co-educational excellence in a Pre-school to Year 12 continuum.  We value the individuality of all students and encourage the development of their special interests and talents. Our objective is to extend our students to the best of their ability, and to foster a love of learning, a strong sense of community and a pride in their Jewish heritage.  </p><p>Emanuel School is small enough to provide an individual, nurturing environment and large enough to provide a wide range of subjects and opportunities for our students. Emanuel School is a dynamic learning community within an intimate learning environment delivering strong academic outcomes. </p><p>You can learn more about Emanuel School via our website <a href="https://www.emanuelschool.nsw.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">www.emanuelschool.nsw.edu.au</a> </p><p><strong>Why work at Emanuel?</strong></p><p>Emanuel School has been recognised as a <a href="https://www.emanuelschool.nsw.edu.au/2023/05/23/a-5-star-employer-of-choice/" rel="nofollow">5-Star Employer of Choice by <i>The Educator</i> magazine</a>. This prestigious award is testament to the fact that, by working at Emanuel you will become part of a community that is supportive, caring and respectful.</p><p>We know that you are not just looking for a job, but a place to grow, develop and shine. We also know that while do we offer a salary above the Multi-Enterprise Agreement level, you’re looking for more than just money.</p><p>We also know that your work:life balance is important to you. At Emanuel, not only do teachers (0.8FTE and above) have weekly ‘Do Not Disturb’ periods, they also won’t be asked to participate in weekend sport.</p><p>When you join our team, you can also expect:</p><ul><li>professional development and leadership opportunities to help develop your mind, spirit and being.</li><li>additional leave for Jewish High Holidays. In 2025, this will be an extra six days of paid leave during term time. </li><li>a comprehensive staff wellbeing program, including access to the School&#39;s gym and weekly staff fitness sessions with a qualified trainer and optional annual flu shots.</li><li>access to up to four confidential counselling sessions for yourself and immediate family each year via our EAP provider.</li><li>time to get to know each other, with events and activities  planned by our Social Committee.</li><li>where applicable, discounted school fees to staff who have children enrolled at our School.</li></ul><p>Emanuel School is a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage people from all religions and backgrounds to join our team.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>Send your application to recruitment&#64;emanuelschool.nsw.edu.au. All applications should include a cover letter. </p><p><strong>Applications close: Sunday 9 March 2025</strong></p><p>---------------------</p><p><strong>Emanuel seeks to be a child safe school</strong></p><p>Emanuel School is committed to promoting the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of our students as our paramount priority. We seek to maintain a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety, promoting student voice and agency. </p><p>Emanuel School has zero tolerance for child abuse and has established systems and policies to protect children, while in the School’s care, from abuse and to promote physical, emotional, and cyber safety. The protection and wellbeing of students is the responsibility of all members of the Emanuel School community, and encompasses:</p><ul><li>a duty of care to ensure that reasonable steps are taken to prevent harm to students which could reasonably have been foreseen</li><li>obligations under child protection legislation.</li></ul><p>Emanuel School welcomes and celebrates diversity and remains committed to promoting the safety of every child.</p>