Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE) Teacher
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)
Applications Close: 13 June 2025
We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Studies of Society and Environment
(SOSE) teacher, to join our Secondary School team.
<p><i>Radford College is an Anglican co-educational day school, committed to fostering global</i><br><i>citizens by inspiring students from Pre-K to Year 12 to make good choices, self-regulate and</i><br><i>be resilient as the foundations for academic success. The College is located in the suburb of</i><br><i>Bruce, in Canberra.</i></p>
<p><strong>Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE)</strong><br><strong>(Years 7 -12)</strong><br><strong>Fixed-term part-time</strong></p>
<p><br><strong>Our Purpose</strong><br>
Radford College is a generous-spirited learning community that embodies the beliefs and<br>
values of the Christian faith in the Anglican tradition. We develop young people to live<br>
truthfully, practise compassion and seek wisdom in order to serve the common good.<br>
Grounded in our values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom, all staff work to support the<br>
College in achieving its aims.</p>
<p><br><strong>The opportunity</strong><br>
We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Studies of Society and Environment<br>
(SOSE) teacher, to join our Secondary School team.<br>
This is a fixed-term part-time role for Semester 2, 2025 with a possibility of ongoing<br>
employment. This role will have a minimum 0.6 FTE.<br>
Join a community of highly motivated, passionate, and experienced individuals. Our<br>
professional staff foster inclusivity, expertise and dedication to our students, education, and<br>
each other. Radford is proud of the opportunities that are provided to students through strong<br>
academic and cocurricular programs.</p>
<p><br><strong>Teaching and Learning at Radford College</strong><br>
With a focus on high-quality teaching to improve student learning outcomes, Radford College<br>
is committed to collaborative and reflective practices which enhance professional learning and<br>
growth. As such, we require our teachers to be able to work effectively as part of a high<br>
performing team and to be dedicated to upholding our values of truth, compassion and<br>
wisdom, which form the ethos and foundation of our College community. To support our<br>
teachers in becoming expert teachers, able to make deliberate choices about the strategies<br>
they use in classrooms, there is a strong emphasis on collaboration through an on-site<br>
Teacher Mentor, established Communities of Practice and ongoing coaching and mentoring.</p>
<p><br><strong>Why choose Radford?</strong><br>
As well as supporting and enabling staff to achieve their potential, Radford College offers:<br>
• A vibrant and rewarding place in which to work<br>
• Professional Learning financial support<br>
• Salary Continuance Insurance<br>
• Discounted school fees for eligible employees<br>
• Employee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to gym facilities and group<br>
fitness classes<br>
• Generous Superannuation after qualifying period<br>
• Salary Sacrificing<br>
• Excellent resources and grounds<br>
• Free onsite parking<br>
For further information, please visit the <a href="https://www.radford.act.edu.au/employment" rel="nofollow">Employment page</a> on our Website.</p>
<p><br><strong>About you</strong><br>
A successful candidate at Radford College, will be an energetic educator who is motivated by<br>
thinking differently about teaching and learning and who is driven by the creation of engaging<br>
and dynamic learning experiences for our students. Candidates must:<br>
• Demonstrate the ability to teach Years 7 – 12 in SoSE, including Years 7-10<br>
Geography/Commerce. Year 11 and 12 Economics and/or Business is desired.<br>
• Demonstrate the ability to teach BSSS and/or IBDP courses.<br>
• Demonstrate a passion for both teaching and pursuing innovative thinking<br>
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrate a willingness to grow through the sharing of<br>
best practice and professional experience<br>
• Possess excellent communications skills both written and verbal, as well as excellent<br>
time management skills<br>
• Participate in pastoral and co-curricular programs, including student wellbeing<br>
initiatives, school camps and excursions<br>
• Commit to the safeguarding and promotion of student welfare<br>
• Support Radford’s strategic priorities and goals<br>
• Uphold Radford’s Values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom</p>
<p><br><strong>Qualifications</strong><br>
• Qualifications and experience in teaching Years 7 – 12.<br>
• Teaching qualification recognised by the ACT Department of Education<br>
• Maintain registration as a teacher with the Teacher Quality Institute, including WWVP<br>
• Current First Aid Certificate</p>
<p><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br>
Details about this position and how to apply can be found on the <a href="https://www.radford.act.edu.au/employment" rel="nofollow">Employment</a> section on the<br>
College Website Employment - Radford College. If you have further enquiries regarding this<br>
position, please contact Human Resources at <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@radford.act.edu.au?subject=Studies%20of%20Society%20and%20Environment%20%28SOSE%29%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@radford.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Studies%20of%20Society%20and%20Environment%20%28SOSE%29%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@radford.act.edu.au?subject=Studies%20of%20Society%20and%20Environment%20%28SOSE%29%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@radford.act.edu.au</a>.<br>
Applications close at <strong>midnight, Friday 13 June 2025</strong> and should be addressed to:</p>
<p><br>
The Principal, Christopher Bradbury<br>
email: <a href="mailto:recruitment@radford.act.edu.au?subject=Studies%20of%20Society%20and%20Environment%20%28SOSE%29%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@radford.act.edu.au</a><br>
Additional information regarding Radford College can be found on the <a href="https://www.radford.act.edu.au/employment" rel="nofollow">Employment</a> section on<br>
the College Website.<br>
If you have further enquiries regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at<br><a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@radford.act.edu.au?subject=Studies%20of%20Society%20and%20Environment%20%28SOSE%29%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@radford.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Studies%20of%20Society%20and%20Environment%20%28SOSE%29%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@radford.act.edu.au?subject=Studies%20of%20Society%20and%20Environment%20%28SOSE%29%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@radford.act.edu.au</a>.<br><i>Applicants will be subject to employment screening and will be required to provide a current ACT Working with Vulnerable People card prior to commencing employment.</i><br>
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