Geography and Studies of Religion Teacher

3 days ago

North Sydney Council, Australia Wenona School Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Location:

North Sydney

Employment Type:

Full-Time Permanent

Department:

Social Science

Closing Date:

11 Nov 2025

Wenona is seeking a passionate and experienced Studies of Religion and Geography teacher to join our Social Sciences Department. You will inspire our young women through dynamic classroom practice, refined professional knowledge and a commitment to high performance.

At Wenona, we have an obligation to our profession to ensure the highest quality educational outcomes for our students. We foster a love of learning, inquiry and collaboration through our own role modelling of such practices in our work. We expect our teachers to be committed to their own professional development and to want to make a contribution to the broader educational community.

The Position

  • Teach Geography (Years 7–12) and Studies of Religion, delivering engaging and challenging learning experiences.
  • Inspire students through outstanding professional practice and differentiated, inquiry-based teaching.
  • Design authentic assessments that inform and enhance student learning.
  • Integrate ICT effectively to enrich learning and foster engagement beyond the classroom.
  • Contribute to a supportive learning environment focused on pastoral care and student wellbeing.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and engage in ongoing professional learning to strengthen teaching excellence and the Wenona academic program.

This role is a permanent full-time position, with a Term start.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be highly qualified, with experience in teaching Studies of Religion and Geography across Years 7-12, with a willingness to teach Psychology. You will have a strong working knowledge of NESA curriculum, and HSC assessment practices and marking processes. You will be solutions-focused, flexible and have excellent communication skills with an ability to engage and communicate with various stakeholders. You will be capable of working collaboratively within a team environment and be committed to supporting the values of Wenona as you undertake your role.

Benefits We Offer

  • Strong culture of teamwork and professional development support.
  • Access to professional growth and staff development learning experiences.
  • Access to EAP and onsite annual flu vaccinations.
  • Staff discounts, onsite gym and pool facilities and weekly morning tea provided.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted via Wenona Careers and include a resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, copies of qualifications and names of two referees. This role requires the successful applicant to be NESA accredited, hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, current NSW Police Check and to be vaccinated in line with any current Public Health Order.

Wenona is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

Wenona School is a child safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all School staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations including child safe standards. Wenona's Code of Conduct is available on our website. The successful applicant for this position will be required to provide the School with a current Working with Children Check. ).

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