Teacher - Humanities (Year 7-10)
Employment
Full time, Contract
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
23 November 2026
Posted 25 Oct 2026
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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
- Comprehensive wellbeing and family-friendly benefits
- Full-Time, Fixed Term for 2027
About the Role
Sheldon College is seeking a suitably qualified and enthusiastic Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher to join our Secondary teaching team in 2027.
The successful candidate will deliver engaging and contemporary teaching and learning programs across Years 7–10, developing students' critical thinking, inquiry and analytical skills. Working within a collaborative teaching environment, the role provides opportunities to support student achievement through differentiated learning experiences, meaningful assessment and evidence-based teaching practices.
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 Full-Time, Fixed Term position for 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 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 In…