Teacher - Secondary English
Teaching Subject:
English
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 27 November 2025
We are seeking a dynamic English Teacher to join our dedicated team. You will be responsible for delivering a cutting-edge English curriculum.
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<li>Industry leading benefits package</li>
<li>Excellent resources and development opportunities</li>
<li>Staff wellness programs and wellness committee</li>
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<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p>We are seeking a dynamic English Teacher to join our dedicated team. You will be responsible for delivering a cutting-edge English curriculum at Sheldon College. Working with a passionate team of dedicated educators, your goal will be to enhance the capabilities of students within the English and Languages Education Faculty (teaching Years 7 - 10 ACARA English, with Years 11 and 12 QCAA English and/or Literature experience, as desired).</p>
<p>This is a Permanent role commencing Term 1, 2026.</p>
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<p><strong>Why work at Sheldon College?</strong></p>
<p>Sheldon College has proudly been named an<strong> Employer of Choice in Education for 2025</strong>, a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive, rewarding, and dynamic workplace. We believe that <strong>People Make the Difference</strong>, and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family, and Professional Growth.</p>
<p>Our leading, comprehensive benefits include:</p>
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<li>Above Award remuneration.</li>
<li>Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-Contribution.</li>
<li>College-paid Parental Leave.</li>
<li>24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.</li>
<li>Corporate discounts including Health Insurance, Gym and Optometry.</li>
<li>Employee fee discounts at our on-site Early Learning Centre and Prep–12 College.</li>
<li>Staff Wellness Program and Staff Wellness Committee.</li>
<li>Paid Staff Study and Scholarship Program.</li>
<li>Funded Professional Development with supported release time.</li>
<li>Paid Staff Pop Up Health clinics on site every Term including Massage, Skin Checks, Flu Vacc and body scans.</li>
<li>Coffee & Cake Days each term, with regular team BBQs and lunches.</li>
<li>Staffroom essentials: bread, raisin toast, condiments, tea, coffee, milk.<br><br>
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<p><strong>About you</strong></p>
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<li>Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications majoring in English curriculum; </li>
<li>Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT);</li>
<li>Ability to plan and deliver exceptional teaching and learning programs that meet the needs of students in English according to ACARA and QCAA curriculum;</li>
<li>Experience and knowledge in preparing students for External Examinations;<br>
Knowledge of QCAA accreditation in the QCE processes (i.e. Endorsement, Confirmation);</li>
<li>Passion for quality learning and teaching, and the ability to translate this into a challenging learning environment with strong student engagement and excellent academic outcomes;</li>
<li>Ability to create a safe, secure learning environment in which trust is fostered, individual differences are respected and valued, and students are encouraged to be risk takers and self-directed learners;</li>
<li>Capacity for reflection and self-directed learning with a commitment to continuously improve teaching practices;</li>
<li>Ability to apply creative and innovative practices and processes in education and digital platform tools to support student learning;</li>
<li>Strong team orientation with a willingness to contribute and collaborate;<br>
Ability to establish effective relationships with students, parents and colleagues and partnerships within the wider community;</li>
<li>High standards of personal integrity and professionalism.</li>
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<p><strong>About Us </strong> </p>
<p><strong>Sheldon College </strong>is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational College situated in Redland City, catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first-class curriculum in the academic, sporting and cultural arenas with access to state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, resource centres and studios, as well as cultural, performing arts and sporting facilities. </p>
<p>Our staff are our most valuable investment. Every member plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment to provide outstanding education in a safe, secure learning environment, underpinned by our philosophy of <strong>Love, Laughter and Learning.</strong><br><br>
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<p>To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. </p>
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