Teacher of Languages

Posted: 15/09/2025

Closing Date: 10/10/2025

Job Type: Maximum Term - Full Time

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.

More information on our community can be found on our Friends' School website.

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

We invite applications from an inspiring and dedicated Teacher of Languages to join our Middle and Senior School team. We are seeking an educator who is both innovative and collaborative, with the ability to engage students in meaningful language learning and cultural exploration.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching Languages within a Years 7–12 context, and will bring creativity, expertise, and commitment to delivering programs that meet diverse student needs. Knowledge of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is desirable, and an ability to teach across multiple levels of the Australian Curriculum and Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) is highly regarded.

We welcome applications from enthusiastic educators who are committed to fostering global perspectives, supporting student wellbeing, and contributing positively to the School community.

This position is offered as a fixed-term contract for one year, commencing 1 January 2026, on a full-time basis.

• Teach Languages to students from Years 7–12, inspiring and engaging them in their language learning journey.
• Actively participate in planning, evaluating, and developing programs that align with the Australian Curriculum, TCE, IBDP, and School-based guidelines.
• Support the pastoral care and wellbeing of all students, demonstrating ethical and professional standards.
• Contribute to co-curricular programs, supervisory duties, and School events.
• Collaborate positively with colleagues, parents, and the wider community.
• Uphold School policies, expectations, and the Quaker ethos in all teaching and interactions.
• Participate in professional learning aligned with the School's Improvement Plan and strategic goals.
• Ensure compliance with child safeguarding and mandatory reporting requirements.

A full outline of responsibilities is provided in the Position Description.

• Fully qualified teacher, registered or eligible for registration with the Teachers Registration Board of Tasmania.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration (employment category) and a recent National Police Check.

To apply, please submit the following:

• A cover letter outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role, addressing Selection Criteria 2, 4, and 8.
• An updated resume detailing your relevant qualifications and experience.