Northholm Grammar is seeking an engaging and experienced Legal Studies Teacher to join our HSIE Department from the start of Term 1, 2025. An expertise in Commerce would be an advantage.

The successful candidate must have a commitment to academic excellence and be able to demonstrate their capacity to deliver a rigorous Stage 6 Legal Studies and Stage 5 Commerce program.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Teaching Stage 5 Commerce and Stage 6 Legal Studies
• Contemporary and authoritative professional knowledge and understanding of the teaching of Stage 5 Commerce and Stage 6 Legal Studies and the factors that influence learning and development, effective pedagogies, assessment and reporting, a wide range of resources, including interactive technologies, and their use in teaching and learning.
• Exemplary professional practice which includes building effective relationships and managing complex interactions, creating and maintaining engaging and intellectually challenging and safe learning environments, planning, implementing and evaluating rigorous and inclusive learning programs.
• Engaging in professional learning, including contributing to the broader educational community.
• Collaborating with and contributing to a team and faculty of professional educators
• Fulfilling the pastoral role of Tutor within our house-based pastoral system and meeting the social and emotional wellbeing needs of students

This position reports to the Head of HSIE and ultimately the Principal.

Applicants should possess the following:

• Outstanding experience as a teacher of Stages 5 Commerce and Stage 6 Legal Studies
• A history of leading and contributing to department initiatives and objectives.
• Commitment to implementation of evidence-based and data-informed teaching practices.
• A strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
• Willingness to contribute to pastoral and co-curricular programs.
• Accredited 4 years of study at a recognised University or Higher Education institution in relevant
  subject/s with a Bachelor of Education (Secondary), or a combined or double degree such as a Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) OR
• Undergraduate degree (such as a Bachelor of Science) and an accredited graduate
  entry teaching degree (such as a Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) or Master of Teaching (Secondary).
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality at the level required of all school staff.

Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted via Email: liddlet@northholm.nsw.edu.au

Applications close on Friday 20 September, 2024.
For further information about this position, please see our website: 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.

Northholm Grammar is currently seeking an engaging and experienced Head of Student Futures to deliver career advisory services, community connections and partnerships and futures focused programs starting from Term 4 2024.

Key Responsibilities include:

Careers Advisory Service

• Careers counselling, job search strategies, resume writing, job application, interview preparation
  • Career aptitude testing, Career Exploration Tools and Equip/Engage program for Year 10
  • Subject selection advice, School References and University applications

Community Connections and Partnerships

• Coordination of Careers Events – Creating Futures Evening
  • University Engagement Program and Work Experience Opportunities
  • Develop an internship and mentoring program, apprenticeships and job shadowing opportunities
  • Volunteering and Career Experience Opportunities

Futures Focused 

• Organise and facilitate authentic real-world learning experiences by inviting industry experts, thought leaders, and professionals into the school.
  • Develop opportunities for students to study university-level courses at school.
  • Work with the School Leadership to explore alternative credentialing options and future opportunities for students.
  • Keep abreast of changes in the job market and post-school opportunities for students.
  • Conduct research on educational trends and practices to better prepare students for future careers.

Additional Duties: Perform any other duties as requested by the Principal.

Applicants should possess the following:

• Possess excellent personal and interpersonal, organisations and communication skills
• Have a commitment to pastoral care and knowledge of the social and emotional issues which affect young people
• Show a commitment to ongoing self-education
• Have intellectual strength, professional integrity and a passion for education, evaluate and critically reflect upon your own professional practice
• Show initiative, flexibility and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all student data, personal, financial, administration and course-related records, and other documents 

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 of three professional referees.

Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted via Email: liddlet@northholm.nsw.edu.au

Applications close on Monday 9 September 2024.

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.