Teacher English as Second Language - Merrylands High School ($20K Recruitment Bonus)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
English as Additional Language
Sector
Government
School type
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
8 April 2026
Posted 27 Mar 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Merrylands High School
855
Total students
49%
Boys
51%
Girls
75.5
Teaching FTE
18.9
Non-teaching FTE
915
ICSEA value
14th percentile · Lower SES
89%
EAL/D Background
2%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Merrylands High School is a comprehensive coeducational secondary school with an enrollment of 850 students, of whom 82% come from a non-English speaking background. The school's strategic directions prioritize student growth and attainment, collaborative practices in numeracy and attendance, and connection to the community. There is a strong focus on academic achievement, student engagement, Positive Behaviour for Learning, innovative technology, meaningful community participation, and whole school professional learning aligned to these strategic directions.
Role description
Location
Sydney RegionNumber of Positions
1Closing Date
08-Apr-2026, 4:00:00 PMJob Category
TeachersOrganisation
Teaching ServiceMerrylands High School is a comprehensive high school in Sydney's South West with a growing population that currently sits at over 839 students. The school is proud to celebrate its cultural and linguistic diversity, with 87.3% of students having a non-English speaking background shared across a total of 45 unique languages. The school has 7 support classes, 3 Multi-Categorical and 4 Autism classes.
At Merrylands High School, we strive to create a culture of excellence where improvements in teaching and learning are constantly realised. We are committed to establishing a rich learning culture and maintaining an environment of inclusion and diversity, where students can thrive.
- Approval to teach secondary English as a second language or currently completing or currently enrolle…