New Expression of Interest

- Expression of Interest – Teachers (Primary, Middle & Senior)

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Expression of Interest – Teachers (Primary, Middle & Senior)

APPLICATIONS CLOSING Monday 29 September 2025

Expression of Interest

Closing Date: 28/09/2025 Job Type: Expression of Interest Location: The Friends’ School, North Hobart Job Category: Teaching

Join Our Community at The Friends’ School – Hobart

The Friends’ School, Hobart, is a leading Independent School in Tasmania offering a globally focused, high-quality education from Early Learning to Year 12. Guided by the Quaker values of Integrity, Simplicity, Equality, and Peace, we foster an inclusive, supportive and welcoming environment where students and staff alike can thrive.

At Friends’, we believe in lifelong learning – not just for our students, but for our staff as well. A career with us means becoming part of a dynamic community that values collaboration, personal growth and meaningful contributions. Whether in the classroom or beyond, our team plays a vital role in shaping the future through education, innovation and care.

If you’re looking for a workplace that inspires, challenges, and supports you, we invite you to explore the opportunities at The Friends’ School. Here, your work matters – not just to our students, but to the wider community and the world.

Why Work at The Friends’ School?

At The Friends’ School, we value our staff as much as our students. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a supportive and inclusive workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. We offer:

Wellbeing– Free Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and wellbeing initiatives. No cost use of Friends Health & Fitness (conditions apply).
Financial & Leave Benefits– Salaries are exclusive of super. Staff discounts on school fees. Paid parental leave, priority childcare access.
Professional & Community Engagement– Induction programs, social events and opportunities to contribute to outreach programs like Relay for Life, Loui’s Van and Red Cross Blood Donation.

Join us and be part of a school that truly values its people.

Job Description

About the Role
The Friend`s are currently invitingExpressions of Interestfrom passionate, forward-thinking teachers who are interested in future teaching opportunities across ourPrimary, Middle and Senior Schools. Whether your expertise lies in the arts, sciences, humanities or student support, we’d love to hear from educators who share our commitment to excellence in teaching and student care.

Areas of interest

We are seeking expressions of interest across a range of teaching areas, including but not limited to:

Primary School (Early Learning – Year 6)

- Early Childhood Education
- Primary Classroom Teaching
- Music
- Visual Arts
- Physical Education and Health
- Languages (French, Spanish, Chinese)
- Library / Information Literacy

Middle and Senior School (Years 7–12)

- Mathematics
- Science (General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Environmental Science)
- Humanities and Social Sciences (History, Geography, Philosophy, RaVE)
- Languages (French, Spanish, Chinese – IB and TCE pathways)
- Business, Economics and Legal Studies
- Health and Physical Education / Outdoor Education
- Visual Arts
- Music (Classroom, Ensemble, Instrumental, Vocal, Composition)
- Drama and Theatre
- Design and Technologies
- Digital Technologies / ICT
- Food and Fibre / Food Technology
- Teacher Librarians
- IB Core Subjects (e.g. Theory of Knowledge, CAS, Extended Essay supervision)

Teaching and Learning at Friends’

At The Friends’ School, teaching is grounded in ourLearning Principles, which reflect our belief in purposeful, student-centred education and the strength of respectful relationships. Our approach is built oncuriosity, care, collaboration, and thoughtful reflection– encouraging students and staff alike to grow with integrity and intention.

We are seeking educators who:

- Are reflective, open-minded, and motivated by deeper purpose in teaching and learning
- Create calm, inclusive classrooms where every student is valued and known
- Build genuine connections with students, families, and colleagues
- Are committed to ongoing growth – their own and that of the community
- Contribute meaningfully to the life of the School, including co-curricular, wellbeing and pastoral care programs
- Model fairness, respect, and empathy in their practice and presence

Essential Qualifications

- Registration with the Teachers Registration Board (TRB)
- Current First Aid & CPR Practical Assessment.
- Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (employment category)
- A current National Police Check

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following:

- A cover letter indicating your teaching specialisations and areas of interest
- A current CV outlining your qualifications and experience
- Registration with the Teachers Registration Board (TRB)

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