Religion and Ethics Teacher

Knox Grammar School

WAHROONGA, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Religious Studies / Studies of Religion

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 5 December 2025


Knox Grammar School is an independent, multi-campus Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school for boys, located in Wahroonga on Sydney’s North Shore.

<p><strong>ABOUT US</strong></p> <p>Knox Grammar School is an independent, multi-campus Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school for boys, located at Wahroonga on Sydney’s North Shore. In addition to the single-sex campuses, Knox also operates Wahroonga Preparatory School, a co-educational campus for students Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6.</p> <p>&nbsp;A leading Uniting Church School, Knox aims to develop students of Faith, Wisdom, Integrity, Compassion and Courage within a caring Christian environment.</p> <p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p> <p>We have an opportunity&nbsp;for a Religion and Ethics Teacher who will be responsible for teaching programs on World Religion, Philosophy and Ethics teaching stages 4 &amp; 5. The ability to teach stage 6 Studies of Religion classes would be advantageous. This is a Full-time permanent position commencing Term 1 2026.</p> <p>&nbsp;We seek a teacher&nbsp;who can demonstrate: -</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A variety of effective teaching strategies to engage students of varying abilities on their path to achieving specific learning outcomes.</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience in the design, production and administration of various types and levels of assessments tasks.</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Effective student management strategies for all levels of student ability and engagement.</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Well-developed IT skills for:<br> (i)Integration into classroom strategies.<br> (ii)Departmental Teaching and Learning initiatives.<br> (iii)Departmental administrative requirements.</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The desire to be a team player in a collegial department with high expectations of its members and of its students.</p> <p>The successful candidate will have:</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications in teaching Religious Education (Studies of Religion is advantageous)</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience teaching Stages 4, 5 &amp; 6.</p> <p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Supportive of the Christian ethos of the Uniting Church.</p> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>HOW TO APPLY</strong></p> <p>Before applying, please read the comprehensive role description found on our website:</p> <p><a href="https://www.knox.nsw.edu.au/about/public-information/employment/" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.knox.nsw.edu.au/about/public-information/employment/</strong></a></p> <p>Please apply via SEEK by clicking the 'Apply for this Job' button and attaching a current CV, covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and your academic transcript.</p> <p><strong>CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;4.00pm Friday 5 December&nbsp;2025</p> <p><i>Please note that applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.</i></p> <p><i>Knox Grammar School is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all our students and children involved in activities at Knox. The School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and requires all prospective school staff to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.</i></p> <p><i>The School partners with Australia's leading child protection organisation, Bravehearts, to provide training and education for staff, parents and students. All Knox staff receive annual training in child protection.</i></p> <p>&nbsp;<strong>All statutory checks and references are required prior to confirmation of employment.</strong></p> <p><strong>Successful applicants will be required to provide the School with a current NSW Working with Children Check number and comply with the requirements of the NSW Institute of Teachers Act.</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.knox.nsw.edu.au/careers/" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.knox.nsw.edu.au/careers/</strong></a></p>