Learning Enrichment Teacher P-6

Learning Enrichment Teacher P-6

Ascham School

EDGECLIFF, NSW

Diverse Learning / Special Needs

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)

Applications Close: 14 November 2025

We are seeking to appoint a part-time (0.6FTE) Learning Enrichment Teacher on a fixed term basis for the 2026 academic year, and commencing in Term 1.

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. We look for vibrant, dedicated, and capable staff who have initiative, empathy, a good sense of humour and a professional behaviour to help the School achieve its objectives.

We are seeking to appoint a part-time (0.6FTE) Learning Enrichment Teacher on a fixed term basis for the 2026 academic year, and commencing in Term 1.

Working within a dynamic and committed Learning Enhancement Team, this role is pivotal in extending and challenging Junior School students (Prep to Year 6) who demonstrate high capability and potential. If you are passionate about supporting diverse learners to achieve their potential, can inspire creative thinking in students, and have an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset we’d love to hear from you!

What You Need to Do to Succeed

• Effectively design and implement enrichment programs that extend highly capable learners
• Develop and adapt curriculum materials to meet the diverse needs of twice exceptional students
• Implement entrepreneurial programs that foster problem-solving, innovation, creativity, and the real-world application of learning
• Create resources and toolkits for classroom teachers to support diverse learners
• Facilitate extension Mathematics groups for highly capable students, focusing on problem-solving, mathematical reasoning and advanced concepts
• Design and deliver small group and individual intervention programs
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers and specialists (psychologists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists) as required
• Liaise with families to ensure consistent support between home and school
• Communicate regularly with leadership regarding student progress and program effectiveness
• Contribute to team planning, professional dialogue, and shared decision-making
• Stay abreast of research and best practices in gifted education.

What You Bring

• Bachelor of Education (or equivalent), postgraduate qualifications in Gifted Education (or related field), and current accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Creative and flexible approach to teaching and learning
• Experience designing and delivering entrepreneurial or innovation-based programs
• Strong problem-solving skills and solution-focused mindset
• Strong background in Mathematics education and extension Mathematics pedagogy
• Knowledge of current research in neurodiversity and inclusive education
• Experience developing Individual Learning Plans and differentiated curriculum
• Proven organisational skills and ability to manage multiple completing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, families, and specialists
• Patience, empathy and the ability to build strong professional relationships with students
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development
• Current first aid, CPR and Working with Children (WWC) certificates (or willingness to obtain).

The successful applicant will enjoy a stimulating work environment in a team of talented professionals, and attractive remuneration and benefits.

Interested?

Further information, including a position description for this role is available at www.ascham.nsw.edu.au

If this sounds like you, please apply via SEEK no later than 11.59pm on Friday 14 November 2025. 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.

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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.