Introduction
Are you an enthusiastic and experienced teacher seeking an opportunity to support students with additional needs within a growing Christian school community?
- Temporary full time or part time parental leave cover opportunity
- Secondary | Small class sizes
Future ongoing opportunities may arise, subject to school needs and position availability.
Commencing: 29 June 2026 (to the end of Term 2, 2027)
Applications are invited from educators with a passion for teaching students with additional needs, who enjoy working collaboratively and who wish to be a part of a caring and innovative school community. Applicants must have demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and review effective individiualised education programs.
Experience working with students with a disability is desirable but not essential. Teachers who are interested in developing their general teaching and learning skills within a Special Education context are encouraged to apply.
New Hope Christian School is a special school providing Christian Education for students with a mild to moderate level of intellectual delay or Autism in Kindergarten to Year 12. This co-educational Christian learning community is committed to developing and nurturing its students. New Hope Christian School is located within the grounds of Pacific Hills Christian School and is a part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW. Each student is unique, and we aim to develop the full potential in each individual by providing a mixture of individualised and small group instruction and support. New Hope Christian School has a clear vision to honour Christ in all its programs and practices. Each staff member is a committed Christian and holds strongly to the belief that we are all created and loved by God.
Description
As part of your application, please complete this application form: NHCS Application Form
To be considered for this role, you must upload a completed copy of this application form into the 'Other Documents' section, along with all other documents requested. Please check you have uploaded all the required documents or made a note of missing documents, before pressing submit.
Skills And Experiences
To be effective in this position you will:
- Demonstrate a commitment to the pastoral care of students
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
- Ability to organise and direct teaching support staff
- Sound technology skills
- Be committed to your own professional learning and growth
As a valued member of our community you will:
- Have the opportunity to be a part of a supportive Christian community
- Share in daily devotions as a staff
- Access career growth & development
- Have Global Mission opportunities
- Have access to an on-site cafe and canteen
- Accessibility to AISNSW's Fitness Passport Program
The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment. Commitment to a local church and the ethos of Christian education is essential. Applications should include a reference from a minister of the church you regularly attend.
For further information, please contact the HR Department by email hr@pacific.education, referencing the school and role you are enquiring about.
Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.
New Hope Christian School is a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.
Candidates must comply with the NSW Teacher Accreditation Act and provide their NESA Accreditation Number for verification.
