<p><strong>About the position</strong></p> <p>Applications are invited from&nbsp;qualified and experienced primary school teachers who are keen to teach one of five Year 6 classes and lead a team of four Year 6 teachers. Applicants should be committed to working in a Christian school and equally committed to RHAC’s teaching and learning principles. &nbsp;Christians who are actively involved in a church are particularly encouraged to apply.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>Rouse Hill Anglican College (RHAC) is a highly regarded independent co-educational Christian school with over 1,600 students from Pre-K to Year 12. The College is committed to a professional, collaborative and supportive workplace for all employees. Located in the Hills District in Sydney’s northwest, the College has modern facilities, is very well resourced and can be easily accessed by car or the Metro Northwest rail.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Teaching and Learning</strong></p> <p>Construct teaching programs, based on applicable NESA syllabuses, that will enable you to:</p> <ul> <li>Orchestrate a lesson that maximises learning for all students in the class.</li> <li>Provide meaningful feedback on the academic work students produce in a way that will help them to improve.</li> <li>Achieve strong academic results.</li> <li>Effectively teach students with identified needs.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Leadership Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Be proactive and well organised to help ensure that all matters related to Year 6 are well administered and executed.</li> <li>Coordinate Year 6 teaching programs, ensuring that they are of a high standard and implemented effectively throughout the year.</li> <li>Coordinate some Year 6 extra-curricular activities such as an annual camp.</li> <li>Advise and support the team of Year 6 teachers in their work, including ensuring that team members are well informed about the work expected of them.</li> <li>Work with the Head of Learning to improve the learning outcomes of Year 6 students.</li> <li>Contribute to the student wellbeing and behaviour needs of Year 6 students by: <ul> <li>Working with the Head of Wellbeing to maintain high standards of student behaviour.</li> <li>Providing specific guidance to Year 6 teachers as needed to address Year 6 student wellbeing needs and behavioural issues.</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Other Responsibilities</strong></p> <p>Involvement in College activities and events including:</p> <ul> <li>Contributing to the student wellbeing program and extra-curricular activities.</li> <li>Attending chapel, assemblies and other College activities.</li> <li>Undertaking rostered playground or supervision duties.</li> <li>Attending College events, including parent teacher meetings.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Contract</strong></p> <p>All teachers at RHAC are employed under the Independent Schools Standards Model Multi Enterprise Agreement (MEA). The MEA outlines teacher’s salaries and their employment rights and responsibilities.&nbsp;In addition to a teaching salary, this position attracts a level 1 leadership allowance and a 0.1 non-teaching allocation. The contract begins on 27 January 2027.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Child Safety</strong></p> <p>The College actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students and requires all prospective staff to be suitable and committed to protecting students from harm in the school environment.&nbsp; The College implements the&nbsp;<a href="https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2021-12/g_CSS_GuidetotheStandards.pdf?Embed=Y" rel="nofollow">Child Safe Standards</a> developed by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.&nbsp;All College staff receive annual training in Child Protection.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Our Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>Teacher accreditation mentoring support</li> <li>Discounted school fees (where applicable)</li> <li>Annual flu vaccinations</li> <li>Weekly staff devotions and prayer groups</li> <li>Salary Sacrifice</li> <li>Café and barista on site</li> <li>Staff morning teas</li> <li>Onsite car parking</li> <li>Close to public transport</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Submit your application by email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:employment@rhac.nsw.edu.au?subject=YEAR%206%20GRADE%20LEADER%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">employment@rhac.nsw.edu.au</a>. Please write <i>Year 6 Grade Leader Application&nbsp;</i>in the subject line.</p> <p><strong>Applications must include</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>The RHAC teaching application form (available on the College&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rhac.nsw.edu.au/community/employment/how-to-apply/" rel="nofollow">website</a>).</li> <li>A cover letter outlining your reasons for applying and how your skills and experience suit the role.</li> <li>Current curriculum vitae.</li> <li>Current WWCC number.&nbsp;</li> <li>Your NESA teacher accreditation status and number.</li> <li>A certified copy of formal qualifications relevant to the role.</li> <li>Applicants who proceed to interview will be asked to provide the name and contact details of three referees, including a professional referee and preferably a referee who can attest to the Christian beliefs and practices of the applicant.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Potential applicants are welcome to contact the College to arrange an informal, confidential conversation with a senior member of staff regarding this role before formally applying.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications close on Friday 21 August 2026</strong><br><i>Please note – While some interviews may commence prior to the closing date, all applications received by the closing date will be seriously considered.</i></p>