English Teacher (Temporary Full-Time, Terms 1 - 3, 2027)

Established in 1879, St Aloysius' College is a Catholic, Jesuit day school for boys from Year 3 to Year 12. Situated in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it has an enrolment of over 1300 students.

The College is conducted by the Society of Jesus and is part of a worldwide network of Jesuit primary and secondary schools and universities.

About the Role

Senior School English Teacher (Parental Leave Cover)

St Aloysius' College is seeking to appoint a dedicated and suitably qualified English Teacher to join our outstanding English faculty on a full-time fixed-term basis to cover a period of parental leave.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong subject knowledge, and a willingness to integrate innovative pedagogy and contemporary classroom teaching practice that both supports and challenges students. The successful candidate would also possess a strong commitment to academic excellence, embracing a collaborative approach to teaching and learning.

Demonstrating capacity to teach English across Years 7-11, this role presents an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or an experienced educator with a commitment to continuous professional growth and student achievement.

Reporting to the Head of English, the successful candidate will support curriculum development, coordinate departmental activities, assist in the administration of assessments, work collaboratively with faculty members to enhance student learning outcomes and contribute to the overall academic and pastoral care of students.

The successful candidate will be available to commence at the beginning of Term I, 2027. This fixed-term appointment will conclude at the end of Term III, 2027.

Why Join St Aloysius’ College?

St Aloysius’ College offers a supportive, mission-aligned and future-focused workplace culture, underpinned by the Jesuit tradition of excellence, care, and community.

Staff enjoy a range of professional and personal benefits, including:

• Mission-Driven Community – Be part of a values-based Catholic school committed to forming young men.
• Professional Growth & Formation – Access to tailored professional learning programs, leadership development, and Ignatian formation for all staff.
• Modern Learning & Staff Facilities – Brand-new teaching, learning, and office spaces designed to support innovation and collaboration.
• Support for Further Study – Financial assistance for postgraduate studies, research opportunities, and access to professional networks.
• Student Tuition Discounts – Discounts on tuition fees for children of staff members.
• Salary Packaging Options – Flexible salary sacrifice arrangements to support financial wellbeing.
• Staff Wellbeing Program – Access to wellbeing initiatives including counselling services, employee assistance, and other financial and mental wellbeing initiatives.
• Health & Fitness Benefits – Access to onsite fitness centre and the Fitness Passport program.
• Work-Life Balance – A collegial and supportive environment that promotes balance, flexibility, and meaningful engagement.

Your Application

To be considered for this position, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Commitment to the Catholic Education of boys in the Jesuit Tradition;
• Appropriate Secondary teaching qualifications, specifically English, and eligibility to teach under the requirements of NESA, NSW legislation and College policy;
• Capacity to teach English across Years 7-11;
• Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with teachers in the development, implementation and evaluation of NESA-based programs;
• Proven ability to facilitate a warm, engaging and high-quality learning environment that meets the academic, social and emotional needs of all students;
• Commitment to academic excellence;
• Possess a valid Working with Children Check;
• Strong commitment to child safeguarding principles.

Application Process

Please visit the St Aloysius’ College website for more information about this opportunity, including the duty statement, selection criteria and application process.

Applications must be submitted electronically via recruitment@staloysius.nsw.edu.au. St Aloysius’ College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Applications close: Monday, 14 September 2026 at 5:00pm (AEST). Enquiries may be directed in confidence to the Director of People & Culture, Grant Smith at recruitment@staloysius.nsw.edu.au.

Please note that the College is managing the recruitment process directly and will not accept unsolicited applications or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies.

St Aloysius’ College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

www.staloysius.nsw.edu.au