Welcome to the community of Abbotsleigh. Abbotsleigh is a Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 Anglican day and Boarding school for girls located on the Upper North Shore in Wahroonga. Abbotsleigh girls love to learn and lead and are empowered to be independent, collaborative and courageous trailblazers who make a positive impact on our world today and tomorrow.

Start Term 1 2027 | Part-time 0.4 FTE | Reports to Head of Junior School

Are you passionate about helping young girls explore faith, purpose and meaning in a vibrant Christian learning community?

Abbotsleigh is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Christian educator to join our Junior School as a Christian Studies Teacher. This unique role combines classroom teaching, Chapel leadership and CRU opportunities, allowing you to play a significant role in the spiritual life of the School.

Beyond the classroom, you will help shape some of the most cherished moments in the Junior School calendar, including Easter and Christmas celebrations, Chapel services and other faith-based events that bring our community together and create lasting memories for our girls.

We are seeking a warm, relational and engaging educator who is passionate about Christian education and enjoys working collaboratively with students, families and colleagues. The successful applicant will contribute to a vibrant culture of faith, learning and belonging, supporting girls as they grow in confidence, character and their understanding of the Christian faith.

The role

Working as part of a highly collaborative Junior School team, you will:

- Deliver engaging and age-appropriate Christian Studies programs from Transition to Year 6.
- Lead and contribute to significant Junior School faith experiences and celebrations, including Easter and Christmas services, Chapel programs, CRU and other special events throughout the School year.




- Foster a love of learning and encourage thoughtful exploration of the Christian faith.
- Support the spiritual, social and emotional development of students.
- Build positive partnerships with families and colleagues.
- Collaborate with colleagues to create meaningful opportunities for girls to engage with and celebrate the Christian faith.

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

- A passion for Christian education and a genuine commitment to supporting students in their faith journey.
- Strong teaching skills and the ability to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences.
- Warmth, energy and an authentic commitment to nurturing the wellbeing of young people.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- A collaborative and reflective approach to professional practice.
- The ability to contribute positively to the rich life of the Abbotsleigh community.

Essential Requirements

- Recognised teaching qualifications and eligibility for teacher accreditation with NESA.
- Appropriate theological qualifications or demonstrated experience in Christian ministry and education.
- Current Working with Children Check. Commitment to the Christian ethos, values and mission of Abbotsleigh.

Why Join Abbotsleigh?

- Teach curious, motivated students.
- Work within a highly collegial and supportive staff team.
- Access generous career development opportunities.
- Enjoy state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities.
- On-site parking is available.

Abbotsleigh's Commitment to Child Protection

Abbotsleigh is a 'Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and well-being of all children and young people at the School and is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. All children and young people who come to Abbotsleigh have a right to feel and be safe.

All successful applicants will undergo employment screening through the Office of the Children's Guardian and must hold a current Working with Children Check.

Applications close on 8 November 2026

📌 Junior School Christian Studies Teacher (Sydney)
🏢 Abbotsleigh
📍 Sydney