Academic Position | Junior School
Junior School Classroom TeacherFull time 1.0 / Temporary (Parental Leave)
Danebank is one of the leading Christian girls' schools in Australia with a wonderful reputation and proud
history of excellence and innovation in thinking, learning and care. We nurture and inspire girls to flourish
through inclusive and powerful educational opportunities.
We aspire for each girl to become all she is purposed to be.Our guiding values are compassionate service, creative collaboration, respectful relationships, courageous optimism, personal excellence, loving kindness and taking responsibility. The life of our school is anchored in a Christian foundation and our worship and spiritual life is grounded in the Anglican tradition. The very essence of our motto - Ut Prosim That I May Serve - reflects our intention for each girl to develop meaning in her life, to grow in faith, to serve others and to contribute to society into the future.
Our ApproachOur approach to education is futures-focused and holistic: we integrate student wellbeing, learning and
personal development to help shape the social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual aspects of each
individual.
Our StaffDanebank acknowledges and values the contribution that all staff, teaching and operational, make to the
achievement of the School's strategy and is committed to supporting all staff in their endeavours.
Danebank staff are passionate about learning and deeply committed to the wellbeing and growth of each girl.
Our heart to serve and vision to improve drives our collaboration, innovation, professional growth and pursuit
of the best for ourselves and our community. Staff enjoy working in our engaging environment.
Position DescriptionThis Position Description is a guide only and is not intended to be an exhaustive or exclusive list of the duties attached to this position. The Position Description is subject to review and modification by the Principal, in response to the strategic direction of the School and the development of the skills and knowledge of the position.
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Position Title Junior School Classroom Teacher
Reporting Manager Deputy Principal Junior School
Role Purpose All teachers have the responsibility to support Danebank's aspiration and intent, upholding its core values and Christian foundation.The classroom teacher is passionate about learning and deeply committedto the wellbeing and growth of each student.In partnership with the Deputy Principal Junior School and Danebank staff,the classroom teacher collaborates, shares teaching practice and bringsinnovative ideas to promote a culture of continuous improvement.The classroom teacher delivers an inspiring and differentiated learningprogram through high quality teaching in order to develop deepunderstanding and develop students as reflective and powerful learners.The teacher ensures professional compliance, supports policy and followsschool procedures and systems.Every teacher is expected to be involved in the learning, student care,outdoor education and co-curricular programs as these are pivotal to theholistic development of each student.
Specific Duties andResponsibilities




Actively support the Christian ethos of the school, modelling a Christian
example in all activities.
Create inclusive, safe and supportive learning environments that model
Teaching and Learning● Maintain a sound understanding of the content and structure of
the NESA curriculum and contemporary learning.● Support students to learn how to learn, developing individuals as
self directed, powerful learners.● Plan and teach well-sequenced teaching and learning programs
that engage students and promote learning.● Provide rigorous academic learning, supporting students to achieve
their personal best and pursue learning growth throughpersonalisation of learning.
● Implement best practice teaching and learning strategiesappropriate to the learning of the girls.
● Purposely integrate literacy, numeracy and ICT into teaching andlearning programs.
● Regularly monitor and assess student learning and growth andanalyse data to inform and improve teaching practice.
● Inspire and engage students and to develop in them a love andappreciation of mathematics.
● Ensure that positive and constructive feedback is provided tostudents in a timely manner to improve the students'
● Maintain all administrative records to a high standard includingprogrammes and registers, attendance, wellbeing, NCCD,assessment and reports.
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Professional Development● Share knowledge and resources, develop skills and ensure best
practice principles are applied across the Junior School andDanebank's qualified learning community.
● Actively seek appropriate and timely professional development.● Engage in the regular performance appraisal process and
professional development practices of the school.● Participate in accreditation processes.
● Adhere to a holistic approach to student learning, engaging withthe school's Becoming Framework for student development.
● Work in collaboration with Stage Coordinators and departmentalcolleagues to address student management and behavioural issues.
● Work collaboratively to deliver the Student Wellbeing programs,refer students to specialist staff where required and liaise withmiddle leaders as appropriate.
● Establish rapport with students and provide ongoingencouragement to support students' emotional and social
● Maintain professional confidentiality on information aboutstudents.
● Provide the appropriate duty of care and supervision of students.Communication and Engagement
● Establish and maintain effective and respectful relationships withstudents, staff and parents.
● Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers.● Plan and participate in excursions.● Respond to parent enquiries regarding curriculum and student




matters in a timely manner to ensure positive outcomes for
● Prepare meaningful feedback and reports regularly to students andparents.
● Be available to assist students out of class where needed, vianegotiation between teacher and students.
● Attend chapel services● Attend other School events (e.g. theatre productions) and maintain
an active connection with the broader community.Any other duties as may be required by the Principal and/or Deputy
and/ or Experience
● A commitment to the Christian mission of Danebank,demonstrating a commitment to Christian teaching practice.
● Expertise and experience in teaching all student levels the K-6● Ability to deliver effective pedagogy in an innovative and engaging
manner.● Effective interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work
collaboratively with colleagues and parents.● Professional and personal integrity.● Flexible and open to change.● Proactive and innovative.● Technologically literate and experienced in the integration of
technology into every aspect of students' learning.● Willingness to actively engage in co-curricular activities.
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● Commitment to personal and professional development.
Essential Qualifications Essential:● Relevant tertiary qualification in Primary Education.● Accredited with NESA.● Working with Children Check required.
● Experience teaching K-6
Workplace Health and Safety All Danebank staff have a responsibility to comply with the School's WHS policies, procedures and practices and contribute to a healthy and safeworkplace culture.
Child Protection Danebank is committed to being a Child Safe organisation, putting the needs and interests of our students first. All Danebank staff are required to comply with applicable child protection legislation and are responsible for ensuringthat the School's Child Safe policies, procedures and programs are at the forefront of all we do. This includes maintaining a child safe culture,adopting strategies and taking action to promote child wellbeing, andkeeping students safe from harm. The School has zero tolerance for childabuse.
Classification Independent Schools (Teachers) CMEA **** (depending on experience and
accreditation)
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Application Information
Applications addressed to:
Mail: The Principal, Danebank School, ***** Park Road, Hurstville, ****
Please complete the Application for Employment Teacher form, to be considered for this position.This form is available on the employment page of our website. /
Applications close Please see job advertisement details for closing dateNOTE: Early applications are encouraged. Interviews may begin asapplications are received and the position may be filled prior to the closingdate.
Danebank is a member of the Anglican Schools Corporation
Document Information
Prepared by Deputy Principal Junior School
Prepared date 21 October ****, reviewed Aug ****
Approved by Principal
Approved date
Additional notes
Acknowledgement of receipt of position description
I have received a copy of the Position Description and have read and understood its content.
Employee Signature Date
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📌 Junior School Teacher - Inspire Wellbeing & Growth (New South Wales)
🏢 DANEBANK Anglican School For Girls
📍 New South Wales