Salary:

$93,000–$137,000 + super

Location:

Sydney, NSW

School Type:

Independent Schools

Start:

January 2027

Positions:

Full-time, permanent opportunities

English Teaching Opportunities Across Sydney HARKE is partnering with a number of leading independent schools across Sydney seeking experienced English teachers for full-time positions commencing in January 2027.

These opportunities suit teachers looking to join supportive, well-resourced schools that value strong academic outcomes, positive student relationships and high-quality teaching.

Schools are seeking teachers across a range of English areas, including:

English Years 7–10

English Standard

English Advanced

English Extension

English Studies

Junior English and Humanities combinations

Specific teaching loads will depend on each teacher’s experience, subject strengths and preferred year levels.

Who HARKE Wants to Hear From HARKE is particularly interested in English teachers who can demonstrate:

Experience teaching English within a secondary school setting

Solid knowledge of the NSW English curriculum

The ability to engage students across a range of academic abilities

Confidence teaching senior English subjects where applicable





Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills

A commitment to developing students’ literacy, critical thinking and communication skills

Teachers with experience delivering

Stage 6 English , including Advanced or Extension courses, will be highly regarded. However, opportunities are also available for strong junior and middle-years English teachers.

Why Consider These Opportunities?

Full-time, permanent positions commencing in 2027

Salaries ranging from

$93,000 to $137,000 + super

Opportunities across a variety of independent schools in Sydney

Supportive leadership teams and well-resourced English departments

Potential to teach senior English subjects based on your experience

Access to professional development and future leadership pathways

Support from HARKE throughout the application and interview process

Requirements

Registration:

Current NESA accreditation or eligibility to obtain accreditation

Qualifications:

Recognised secondary teaching qualification with English as a teaching area

Work Rights:

Full Australian working rights

Safeguarding:

Two current professional referees and completion of HARKE’s onboarding requirements

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