History/Religious Education Teacher

TEMPORARY FULL-TIME (1.0 FTE) – 12 MONTH CONTRACT

COMMENCEMENT DATE: 25 January 2027

Closing Date:  Friday, 11 September 2026

(Apply now as interviews may commence sooner based on applications received)

Why Join Rosebank? 

• Join a supportive and dynamic team
• Leading 7-12 Catholic co-educational College – Over 1400 students
• Great location in Five Dock (Inner West)
• Additional leave - 1 week in the June/July school vacation period (3 weeks total)
• Transferable LSL/ Personal/Carer’s leave from systemic and non-systemic Catholic schools (participating schools under current EA)
• Salary packaging options
• No Saturday sports requirement
• Regular professional learning opportunities
• Access to College-wide health and wellbeing initiatives
• Diverse and inclusive welcoming community
• Work within a College guided by Rosebank’s Strategic Plan 2026–2029: Being Fully Alive, with a focus on learning, wellbeing, formation, innovation, and transition
• Be part of a vibrant, faith-filled community where staff are known, supported, and encouraged to thrive

About Us 

Rosebank College has a proud and varied history of over 150 years as part of the Good Samaritan family established in 1857, and belonging to the Benedictine spiritual and educational tradition founded by St Benedict in the 4th century. The College belongs to the community of ten schools across Australia called Good Samaritan Education (GSE).  Established in 2011 by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, the mission of Good Samaritan Education is to sustain and nurture our Catholic schools as Good Samaritan Benedictine communities of learning.

Catholic education in the Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition is committed to developing students who will engage with today’s world as grounded, hope-filled young people who are equipped to lead wisely, to listen deeply and to treat their neighbour and their environment with justice, love and the compassion of Christ. 

Rosebank College promotes an inclusive, welcoming environment for children and provides transparent, accountable, risk-managed approaches to ensure child safeguarding.

As a school of Good Samaritan Education, Rosebank College is incorporated and governed by a Board of Directors which is accountable through the Company Members to Good Samaritan Education.

For further information about Rosebank College, please visit our website: www.rosebank.nsw.edu.au.

About the Role 

Rosebank College invites applications for the position of Religious Education / History Teacher to join our highly collaborative teaching community in a temporary full-time (1.0 FTE) position for the 2027 school year.

This position has become available to cover for a staff member who is undertaking an approved 12-month flexible working arrangement.

The successful applicant will commence in Term 1, 2027 and teach Religious Education and History across a range of year levels.

We are seeking an engaging, knowledgeable and highly effective educator with the ability to teach Religious Education and History across Stages 4 and 5. Experience and capacity to teach Stage 6 Religious Education would be highly regarded, as would the capacity to contribute to Stage 6 History.

The successful applicant will work collaboratively across the Religious Education and History faculties, contributing to curriculum development, student achievement, faith formation and the broader life of the College.

Our faculties foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and evidence-informed teaching practice. Rosebank College provides strong professional learning and mentoring opportunities to support teachers throughout their professional journey.

All teaching staff are expected to contribute to the pastoral care of students, demonstrate a commitment to the ideals and ethos of Catholic education, and participate in the co-curricular and community life of the College.

Applicants must be excellent classroom practitioners, committed to the care and wellbeing of students, collaborative team members and confident in integrating contemporary pedagogical practices and educational technologies into their teaching.

For further information about the role, please refer to the Position Description available through the online application form.

About You

The successful applicant will be an outstanding educator who is highly motivated to support Rosebank College’s continued academic achievement and faith formation by inspiring and developing innovative learning that engages and values every learner.

All staff are expected to support the College’s vision and goals as a learning community and contribute positively to all aspects of College life.

To be considered for this position, applicants must demonstrate:

• Experience as an effective, innovative and engaging teacher of Religious Education and History
• Ability to teach Religious Education across Stages 4 and 5
• Ability to teach History across Stages 4 and 5
• Capacity and/or experience teaching Stage 6 Religious Education, which would be highly regarded
• Capacity and/or experience teaching Stage 6 History, which would be highly regarded
• Sound knowledge and understanding of current NESA syllabuses and curriculum requirements
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively across the Religious Education and History faculties
• Commitment to contemporary, evidence-informed teaching practices that promote academic excellence
• Ability to use student data effectively to differentiate curriculum and address the learning needs of all students
• Commitment to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
• Demonstrated ability to integrate technology effectively into teaching, learning and planning
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when working with students, parents and colleagues
• Current NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW
• A current Working with Children Check
• Commitment to child safeguarding principles and practices
• Willingness to actively support the Catholic ethos and Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition of the College
• Commitment to supporting the College’s Pastoral Care Program, including Home Room responsibilities
• Willingness to contribute to the broader co-curricular and community life of the College

The Application Process

If you meet the requirements of this position, please click on the Apply Now button to submit your online application to the Principal of Rosebank College. 

When you complete the online application, you will need to provide:

• A copy of your CV;
• A cover letter;
• Upload copies of formal teaching qualifications, including copies of transcripts;
• Provide details of your Current NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW.

Candidates who progress through our recruitment process will be required to provide at least two (2) referees, including their current employer.

Early applications are encouraged to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the application closing date.

The appointment of a successful candidate is conditional and based on the successful completion of all pre-employment screening for child-related employment and reference checks.

Child Safety Commitment

Rosebank College has zero tolerance for child abuse. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all students. Child safety and wellbeing are embedded in our practices.

General Enquiries

If you have any questions regarding the role, please email the College’s Human Resources Manager on recruitment@rosebank.nsw.edu.au 

Rosebank College manages all our recruitment and hiring needs internally. As such, we ask external recruitment agencies to refrain from contacting us directly regarding candidate referrals or general recruitment needs.  The College will not respond to unsolicited emails from recruitment agencies.