Teacher - Senior English and Literature
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
English
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Early childhood
Closing date
17 September 2026
About Sheldon College
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
199.1
109.4 teaching · 89.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,481
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
44%
Girls vs boys
706 girls · 775 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
- Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026
- Join a collaborative team committed to academic excellence
- Permanent opportunity commencing in 2027
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior English and Literature Teacher to join the English and Languages Faculty at Sheldon College.
This role is ideally suited to an outstanding educator with demonstrated experience teaching Senior English and Literature. Working alongside a passionate team of dedicated educators, you will deliver engaging, evidence-based learning experiences that challenge students to think critically, communicate with confidence and achieve exceptional academic outcomes.
This role includes responsibility for student safety and wellbeing, requiring compliance with the College's Child Safe Standards, policies and procedures, and all relevant legislative and duty of care obligations.
This is a Permanent role commencing Term 1, 2027.
Why work at Sheldon College?
Sheldon College has proudly been named an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 & 2026, a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive, rewarding, and dynamic workplace. We believe that People Make the Difference, and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial, Health and Wellbeing, Social, Family, and Professional Growth.
Our leading, comprehensive benefits include:
- Above Award remuneration.
- Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-Contribution.
- College-paid Parental Leave.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.
- Corporate discounts including Health Insurance, Gym …