Casual/Relief Secondary English Teacher

English Teachers

Ascham School

EDGECLIFF, NSW

Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: English

Contract Type: Casual/Relief Position

Applications Close: 27 May 2026

We engage a pool of casual teachers who are experienced, subject matter and curriculum experts, and able to step in for either half / full teaching days, or short blocks as required. To this end, we are currently looking for English teachers to work on a casual basis throughout the academic year.

Ascham is Australia’s only Dalton School—a leading academic, non-denominational girls’ day and boarding school (Prep–12) in Sydney. Since 1886, our approach has placed the individual girl at the centre—developing independence, confidence and a strong sense of purpose. Ascham graduates leave ready to lead, with the curiosity, capability and character to shape their world.

Ascham values staff who demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to their work, with a willingness to participate in the life of the School. We look for vibrant, dedicated and capable individuals with initiative, empathy, professionalism and a good sense of humour.

As for our teachers, they are responsible for the intellectual development and wellbeing of their students. They do this by developing and delivering academic programs through the Dalton Plan, managing the administration of student assessment and results, and marking / record keeping to a regular cycle to keep our students engaged, motivated, and able to reach their learning goals throughout the year.

To complement this, we engage a pool of casual teachers who are experienced, subject matter and curriculum experts, and able to step in for either half / full teaching days, or short blocks as required. To this end, we are currently looking for English teachers to work on a casual basis throughout the academic year.

What You Will Do

• Teach English to girls in years 7 to 12, and according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) curriculum and Dalton principles of responsibility, independence, collaboration and reflection
• Ensure the knowledge, understanding and success of each student
• Use an innovative curriculum via the school Learning Management System CANVAS)
• Use formative and summative assessment to determine student progress in English
• Create a stimulating classroom environment where students can flourish
• Assist other members of the department and share resources
• Assist with the supervision of excursions after hours as required
• Other duties as directed by the Head of English.

What You Will Bring

• A tertiary qualification in teaching
• Accreditation to teach in NSW with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Ability to differentiate for a diverse group of non-selective students and teach to the strengths of girls
• Ability to teach English to HSC levels and mark Year 11 and 12 English assessments using appropriate criteria
• Demonstrated excellence in communication and writing skills.
• Proven ICT skills within an environment where students bring a personal device to school.
• Well-developed time management and organisational skills.
• Willingness to continue to develop as a teacher.
• A current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• A valid Working with Children clearance.

Interested?

Further information, including a position description for this role is available at https://www.ascham.nsw.edu.au/connecting/careers-at-ascham

If this sounds like you, please apply via SEEK no later than 11.59pm on Wednesday 27 May 2026. Applications should include a cover letter and resume (listing WWCC, CPR and First Aid details if available).

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.

*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.*

Ascham School

EDGECLIFF, NSW

http://www.ascham.nsw.edu.au
Principal:
Andrew Powell

Affiliation: Nondenominational Independent
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Girl

1168 Students
145 Teaching Staff
101 Non-Teaching Staff

Boarding School

Ascham is a private girls’ school, and since its foundation in 1886 has educated girls who develop into confident, independent, compassionate young women with a sense of purpose in the world. Ascham is an inclusive, day and boarding school that provides a strong academic program within a warm, welcoming environment.