Primary Teacher

Macquarie College · Wallsend, NSW

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Primary

Salary range

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Posted 5 Nov 2026

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About Macquarie College

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-12

School staff (FTE)

119.2

73.9 teaching · 45.3 non-teaching

Students per teacher

14.3:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

1,060

Indigenous students

3%

Language other than English

30%

Girls vs boys

559 girls · 501 boys

53%
47%

Socio-educational background

Above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

Seventh-day Adventist Schools (North New South Wales) is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced and passionate Primary (Stage 3)  Teacher to join our Macquarie College Campus Team. This is a full-time 12 month contract, Commencing Term 1, 2027

Macquarie College (MC) is a Preschool to Year 12 independent school owned and operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Located on the border of Wallsend and Elermore Vale in Newcastle, the College has a history of providing quality Christian education for over 120 years.

Grounded in its Adventist mission, MC provides opportunities for students to know Christ, develop their full potential and cultivate a love of learning.

 

The successful applicant will:

  • Model and nurture an active relationship with Jesus and have a knowledge of, and commitment to, supporting the ethos and mission of Macquarie College.
  • An understanding and commitment to the purpose and ethos of Adventist Education and the Church as described by Adventist Schools Australia and our statements of belief Statements of Belief
  • Demonstrate the ability to inspire all learners to achieve their potential through engaging, differentiated teaching that supports individual growth and success.
  • Demonstrate strong pedagogical knowledge and a deep understanding of the NSW curriculum.
  • Effectively plan, deliver, and assess engaging, differentiated lessons that meet diverse student needs.
  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom culture where students are respected, valued, and motivated to learn.
  • Demonstrate skill in managing student behaviour through restorative and relatio…

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