English Teacher

Ascham School

EDGECLIFF, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: English

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 16 February 2026


We are seeking a temporary, full-time English Teacher for terms 2 and 3.

<p>Ascham values staff who demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the School. In recruiting new staff, we look for vibrant, dedicated, professional and capable individuals with initiative, empathy and a good sense of humour.</p> <p>As for our student-facing roles, Ascham teachers are responsible for the intellectual development and wellbeing of their students; and deliver excellence in developing and delivering academic programs through <i>The Dalton Plan. </i>The role also has a wellbeing component with teachers assigned a form class.</p> <p>We are currently seeking a temporary, full-time English Teacher for Terms 2 and 3, 2026, and as back fill for a colleague who will be on parental leave. If you are a dynamic and inspiring teacher who can contribute to a highly experienced English department that is one of the top performing in NSW, we’d love to hear from you!</p> <p><strong>What You Will Do</strong></p> <ul> <li>Teach English to students in years 7 to 12, and according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) curriculum and Dalton principles of responsibility, independence, collaboration and reflection</li> <li>Write, implement and evaluate high-calibre English teaching programs and Dalton assignments ensuring the knowledge, understanding and success of each student</li> <li>Actively participate in the planning of curriculum, writing of programs and resources</li> <li>Use formative and summative assessments to determine student progress</li> <li>Submit marking, reports and academic results as required</li> <li>Monitor and report on the progress of all students</li> <li>Perform other duties as required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Will Bring</strong></p> <ul> <li>A tertiary major in English literature and accreditation with NESA</li> <li>Experience in teaching up to HSC levels and willingness to teach Extension 1 and 2 Stage 6 syllabus</li> <li>A love of English and the ability to promote this throughout the School</li> <li>Ability to follow instructions, work unsupervised and be a cooperative team member</li> <li>Understanding of and commitment to WHS legislation and risk management principles</li> <li>A valid Working with Children Clearance (WWCC) and First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Interested?</strong></p> <p>Further information, including a position description for this role is available at https://www.ascham.nsw.edu.au/connecting/careers-at-ascham</p> <p>If this sounds like you, please <strong>apply via SEEK</strong> no later than <strong>11.59pm on Monday 16 February 2026</strong>. Applications should include a cover letter and resume (listing WWCC, CPR and First Aid details if available).</p> <p>We are conducting interviews for this role on a rolling basis and encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration. Please note also that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.</p> <p><i>Ascham School seeks to provide a child-safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of our students, and our school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations. Ascham’s Child Safe policies and practices and our Staff Code of Conduct are available on our website.</i></p>