Primary (stage 3) Teacher • 0 of 15 filled

Seventh-day Adventist Schools (North New South Wales) is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced and passionate Primary (stage 3)  Teacher to join our Macquarie College Campus Team. This is a full-time 12 month contract, Commencing Term 1, 2027

Macquarie College (MC) is a Preschool to Year 12 independent school owned and operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Located on the border of Wallsend and Elermore Vale in Newcastle, the College has a history of providing quality Christian education for over 120 years.

Grounded in its Adventist mission, MC provides opportunities for students to know Christ, develop their full potential and cultivate a love of learning.

The successful applicant will:

• Model and nurture an active relationship with Jesus and have a knowledge of, and commitment to, supporting the ethos and mission of Macquarie College.
• An understanding and commitment to the purpose and ethos of Adventist Education and the Church as described by Adventist Schools Australia and our statements of belief Statements of Belief
• Demonstrate the ability to inspire all learners to achieve their potential through engaging, differentiated teaching that supports individual growth and success.
• Demonstrate strong pedagogical knowledge and a deep understanding of the NSW curriculum.
• Effectively plan, deliver, and assess engaging, differentiated lessons that meet diverse student needs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom culture where students are respected, valued, and motivated to learn.
• Demonstrate skill in managing student behaviour through restorative and relational approaches.
• Possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Be an innovative educator with a growth mindset and a passion for learning.
• Demonstrate a willingness to collaboratively plan and organise key events as part of the year-level team throughout the school year.
• Be willing to participate in the broader life of the school, including camps, excursions, and co-curricular programs that enrich student experience.
• Hold formal teaching qualifications and NESA Accreditation.
• We are a child-safe organisation committed to protecting children's rights to safety, respect, inclusion, and empowerment. All applicants must hold a valid Working with Children Check and be willing to complete mandatory safeguarding training before working with children.
• Legally able to work in Australia. This position is not linked to a sponsorship visa. Applicants who are not legally able to work in Australia will not be considered.

Macquarie College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to an environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe. See our Child Protection Policy and other policies.

Only those with a legal right to work in Australia may apply, and the appointing body reserves the right to fill this position at its discretion and to close applications early.

Expressions of interest  (50 words)

Expressions of interest can be sent to the HR Manager, Mr Jamie Roan at [email protected]  Please provide a supporting statement addressing the essential and desirable criteria as detailed in the position description, a CV listing qualifications and experience, and the contact details of three referees.