Legal Studies and Humanities Teacher

St Francis Xavier College, Florey (see more jobs from this school)

Florey, ACT 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: HASS , Legal Studies

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 12 April 2026


St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1350 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching. As a member of the College, the successful candidate will demonstrate a love of learning and foster innovation and aspiration for the College vision.

<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Salary Range</strong>: $82,796&nbsp;to $136,848&nbsp;plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Full-time</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Eligibility</strong>:&nbsp;Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Start Date</strong>: Negotiable</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>About&nbsp;St Francis Xavier College<br></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">St Francis Xavier College is a large co-educational Year 7-12 Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn with an outstanding reputation for leading excellence in education in the ACT.&nbsp; The College is committed to equity of access to, and sustained delivery of quality education for all students, maintaining a diverse representation of the broader community. Teachers in the College are expert practitioners in the design and delivery of the Australian Curriculum and ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies (BSSS) courses. Teachers continuously attend professional learning and effectively utilise technology in the classroom. The College carries an outstanding reputation of leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching, attracting and teaching 1,350 students.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>About the Role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">The College is recruiting a Legal Studies and Humanities Teacher who has professional qualifications and interest in this subject discipline. The Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) faculty is a highly skilled, professional, creative team that is passionate about curriculum and pedagogical practice. In conjunction with teaching a range of Australian Curriculum and BSSS courses, our teachers are expert practitioners and leaders in curriculum design and resource development. Our teachers attend and lead professional learning and successfully use technology in the classroom.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program,&nbsp;<a href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Free onsite parking</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Qualifications and Eligibility</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Bachelor of Education or Master in Teaching</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Application Process</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">For further information about the College, please visit our <a href="https://sfx.act.edu.au/">website.&nbsp;</a>Information about the CECG can be accessed <a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong> Please contact Jennifer Madgwick on 02 6278 9040 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au?subject=Legal%20Studies%20and%20Humanities%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au</a>?subject=Legal%20Studies%20and%20Humanities%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au?subject=Legal%20Studies%20and%20Humanities%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">jennifer.madgwick@sfx.act.edu.au</a><br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Legal%20Studies%20and%20Humanities%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Legal%20Studies%20and%20Humanities%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Legal%20Studies%20and%20Humanities%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="color: #FFFFFF; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"> #S-DNI&nbsp;</span></p> <br> <br> <p><img src="https://az29734.vo.msecnd.net/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif" alt="Download File">&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506659/legal-studies-and-humanities-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>