Ascham is one of the world’s leading girls’ schools, and since its foundation in 1886 has educated girls who develop into confident, independent, compassionate young women. Ascham is an inclusive, day and boarding school for students in years P-12, within a warm,welcomingand collaborative environment.

We value staff whodemonstratea positive, proactive approach to their work and have a willingness toparticipatein the life of theSchool. We look for energetic,dedicatedand capable staff who are full of ideas; embrace a fast-paced setting; anddemonstrateinitiative,empathyand professionalism to help theSchoolachieve its strategicobjectives.

About this Role

We are keen to find an exceptional English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) teacher to work within our Junior School Learning Enhancement team, and provide teachers with high quality, evidence based professional support and advice to assist the needs of our oversees-born students.

This is a permanent part time (0.4FTE) role commencing in Term 1, 2027 and working two days a week.

If you can adroitly build language proficiency while ensuring EAL/D students can fully access the curriculum, participate in school life and thrive socially and emotionally we’d love to hear from you!

What You Will Do

- Support the learning, wellbeing and inclusion of EAL/D students across P–6 through targeted, evidence-based language support.

- Partner with teachers and school leaders to embed effective EAL/D strategies across the curriculum.

- Design and deliver engaging programs that build students’ English language proficiency and confidence.

- Monitor student progress using assessment data and the ACARA EAL/D Learning Progressions to inform teaching and intervention.

- Collaborate with the Learning Enhancement team to develop personalised support strategies and Individual Learning Plans.

- Build staff capability through practical advice, resources and professional learning in EAL/D and second language acquisition.





- Foster strong partnerships with families to support student success, well being and belonging.

- Contribute to an inclusive school culture where linguistic and cultural diversity is recognised, valued and celebrated.

What You Will Bring

- NESA accreditation (or eligibility) to teach in NSW.

- TESOL, EAL/D, Applied Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, or a related qualification.

- Experience supporting EAL/D learners in a primary or Junior School setting.

- Strong knowledge of EAL/D pedagogy, language acquisition and evidence-based teaching practices.

- Proven ability to build teacher capability through collaboration, coaching and professional learning.

- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, families and colleagues.

- An organised and proactive approach, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- A commitment to student wellbeing, inclusion and cultural diversity.

- Alignment with Ascham’s values and a willingness to contribute to the broader life of the School.

- A current NSW Working with Children Check and First Aid/CPR certification (or ability to obtain).

Interested?

For further information, including a position description please go to https://www.ascham.nsw.edu.au/connecting/careers-at-ascham

This is a teaching role with salary based on teaching qualifications and experience. Salary will also be pro-rated to a 0.4FTE load.

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 also that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Ascham seeks to provide a child-safe environment. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of our students, with staff committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations. Ascham’s Child Safe policies and Staff Code of Conduct are available on our website.

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📌 Junior School - EAL/D Teacher (Sydney)
🏢 Ascham School
📍 Sydney