AGRICULTURE TEACHER

Full-time commencing Term 1, 2027

Northholm Grammar is an independent K-12 co-educational school situated in a beautiful and inspiring semi-rural environment at Arcadia in the north-west of Sydney. The School has a strong commitment to delivering a rigorous academic program based on 'learning through scholarship' combined with a focus on 'pastoral attentiveness' in the character development of our students. Northholm Grammar offers a diverse co-curricular program and opportunities for leadership and service.

We are seeking an engaging and experienced Agriculture Teacher to join our Secondary teaching team. The successful candidate will inspire students through practical, inquiry-based and academically rigorous agricultural education, connecting classroom learning with real-world agricultural systems and sustainable practices.

The ability to teach Technology Mandatory and/or Food Technology would be an advantage. Experience teaching Agriculture across relevant secondary year groups, including senior Agriculture where applicable, will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities include:

- Planning and delivering engaging Agriculture lessons across relevant secondary year groups, with a strong emphasis on practical learning and real-world applications.

- Teaching Technology Mandatory and/or Food Technology in accordance with relevant NESA syllabus and assessment requirements.

- Developing and implementing high-quality teaching programs, assessment tasks and learning resources that build students’ knowledge, inquiry and practical skills.

- Providing safe, well-organised practical learning experiences, including appropriate supervision, risk management and safe use of tools, equipment and materials.

- Using explicit teaching, differentiation and timely feedback to support students with a range of learning needs and extend their achievement.





- Contributing collaboratively to curriculum planning, assessment moderation, resource management and continuous improvement within the Department.

- Fulfilling a pastoral role within the School’s house-based Tutor system and fostering positive relationships with students and families.

- Contributing to the School’s co-curricular program, excursions and wider School community.

Applicants should possess the following:

- A strong background in teaching Agriculture, including the capacity to deliver engaging, academically rigorous and practical learning experiences.

- Demonstrated ability to teach Technology Mandatory and/or Food Technology; the ability to teach both would be highly regarded.

- Sound knowledge of relevant NESA syllabuses, assessment and reporting requirements, including HSC Agriculture requirements where applicable.

- Demonstrated commitment to safe practical teaching, including risk assessment, equipment use and appropriate food safety practices where relevant.

- Skill in explicit teaching, differentiation, assessment design and using student learning data to inform classroom practice.

- A collaborative approach and excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.

- Current NESA teacher accreditation and a valid Working with Children Check, or eligibility to obtain and maintain these requirements.





- A commitment to Northholm Grammar's culture of academic excellence, pastoral care, co-curricular involvement and child safety.

Why work at Northholm?

Northholm offers a collegial K-12 workplace on its beautiful semi-rural Arcadia campus, where staff can know students well and contribute meaningfully to the life of the School. The School is also investing in the growth of outstanding teachers and leaders through the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence, connecting evidence-informed teaching, professional learning, leadership development and educational research.

- Access to professional learning, coaching and leadership development through the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence.

- No compulsory weekend sport commitments for teaching staff.

- Access to the School's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

- Access to Fitness Passport.

- Annual staff influenza vaccinations.

- Salary sacrificing options.

- Convenient onsite staff parking.

How to apply

If you are interested in applying for this position and possess a commitment to the education of young people, please submit your cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of three professional referees. Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted via email: *********@northholm.nsw.edu.au.

Applications close Friday 9 October 2026.

*Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

For further information about this position and the School, please see www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/employment

Applicants must satisfy Child Protection Legislation and will be subject to employment screening. All staff are required to actively support the ethos of the School. The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check and current teacher accreditation.

📌 Agriculture Teacher (Arcadia)
🏢 Northholm Grammar School
📍 Arcadia