Primary Teacher – Stage 3

Northholm Grammar is an independent K-12 co-educational school situated in a beautiful and inspiring semi-rural environment at Arcadia in the north-west of Sydney. The School has a strong commitment to delivering a rigorous academic program based on ‘learning through scholarship’ combined with a focus on ‘pastoral attentiveness’ in the character development of our students. Northholm Grammar offers a diverse co-curricular program and opportunities for leadership and service.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and accomplished Primary Teacher with a passion for teaching Stage 3 (Years 5 and 6) to join our Primary teaching team. This is an opportunity to inspire confident, curious and capable learners during an important stage of their academic and personal development.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging and academically rigorous learning experiences across the Stage 3 curriculum, foster a positive and supportive classroom culture, and help students develop the independence, resilience and skills needed for a successful transition to Secondary School.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, appropriately challenging learning experiences for students in Years 5 and 6.
• Developing and implementing high-quality teaching programs, assessment tasks and resources aligned with relevant NESA primary syllabuses.
• Building strong foundations in literacy and numeracy while promoting inquiry, critical thinking, creativity and student agency across the curriculum.
• Using explicit teaching, differentiation and timely feedback to support and extend students with a range of learning needs and abilities.
• Monitoring student progress and using assessment evidence and learning data to inform teaching and improve learning outcomes.
• Collaborating with Stage 3 colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment, reporting and consistent teaching practices.
• Providing attentive pastoral care, establishing positive relationships with students and families, and supporting students’ transition into Secondary School.
• Contributing to excursions, camps, co-curricular activities and the wider life of the School.

Applicants should possess the following:

• Relevant primary teaching qualifications and demonstrated effectiveness teaching upper primary students, ideally in Stage 3.
• Sound knowledge of current NESA Stage 3 syllabuses, curriculum planning, assessment and reporting requirements.
• A strong capacity to teach literacy and numeracy, using explicit instruction and evidence-informed classroom practice.
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate learning, maintain high expectations and create an inclusive, well-managed and engaging classroom.
• A collaborative approach to stage planning, professional learning, student wellbeing and supporting the transition to Secondary School.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.
• Current NESA teacher accreditation and a valid Working with Children Check, or eligibility to obtain and maintain these requirements.
• A commitment to Northholm Grammar’s culture of academic excellence, pastoral care, co-curricular involvement and child safety.

Why work at Northholm?

Northholm offers a collegial K-12 environment on its beautiful semi-rural Arcadia campus, where staff can know students well and contribute meaningfully to the life of the School. The School is also investing in the growth of outstanding teachers and leaders through the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence, connecting evidence-informed teaching, professional learning, leadership development and educational research.

• Access to professional learning, coaching and leadership development through the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence.
• No compulsory weekend sport commitments for teaching staff.
• Access to the School’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to Fitness Passport.
• Annual staff influenza vaccinations.
• Salary sacrificing options.
• Convenient onsite staff parking.

Please note: while Northholm does not require compulsory weekend sport, teaching staff may be required to attend occasional School events outside normal hours.

How to apply

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 and contact details of three professional referees. Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted via email: hennessys@northholm.nsw.edu.au.

Applications close Friday 6 November 2026.

*Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and we reserve the right to employ before the closing date*

For further information about this position and the School, please see 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 and current teacher accreditation.