<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><br><strong>Food Technology Teacher - Years 7-10</strong><br><strong>Permanent Full-Time | Commencing Term 1 2026</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 Food Technology teacher, to fill a<br> permanent full-time position role, commencing in Term 1, 2026.</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> • Guided Professional Learning for teaching staff to maintain professional registration<br> standards<br> • Professional Learning financial support for teaching and non-teaching staff<br> • Salary Continuance Insurance<br> • Discounted school fees for eligible employees<br> • Employee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to exercise programs (boot camp<br> and Pilates) and group fitness classes<br> • Generous Superannuation after qualifying period<br> • Salary Sacrificing<br> • Excellent resources and grounds<br> • Free onsite parking<br> • Electric Vehicle charging stations<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> The successful candidate will be an energetic educator who is motivated by thinking differently<br> about teaching and learning and who is driven by the creation of engaging and dynamic<br> learning experiences for our students. Candidates must:<br> • Demonstrated ability to teach Years 7 - 10 Food Technology. The ability to teach<br> Years 11-12 Hospitality and Years 7-10 Textiles Technology is also desirable.<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> • 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 page </a>on the<br> College Website . If you have further enquiries<br> regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at <a href="mailto:recruitment@radford.act.edu.au?subject=Food%20Technology%20Teacher%20-%20Years%207-10%20Permanent%20Full-Time%20Commencing%20Term%201%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@radford.act.edu.au</a>.<br> Applications close at midnight Monday, 21 September 2025 and should be addressed to:</p> <p><br> The Principal<br> email: <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@radford.act.edu.au?subject=Food%20Technology%20Teacher%20-%20Years%207-10%20Permanent%20Full-Time%20Commencing%20Term%201%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@radford.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Food%20Technology%20Teacher%20-%20Years%207-10%20Permanent%20Full-Time%20Commencing%20Term%201%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@radford.act.edu.au?subject=Food%20Technology%20Teacher%20-%20Years%207-10%20Permanent%20Full-Time%20Commencing%20Term%201%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@radford.act.edu.au</a></p> <p><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></p>