HVGS is a high performing school with a friendly culture and a strong commitment to the growth and development of our team. It’s why we attract and retain exceptional teaching and support and operational staff.
We welcome applications from enthusiastic, innovative experts who are committed to the values and ethos of the School.
Current Opportunities
We are currently recruiting for the following positions.
Primary and Secondary Casual Teachers
We are seeking an expression of interest from talented and experienced Primary and Secondary Teachers to join our teaching team in a casual capacity.
About you
You are a highly dedicated professional and a passionate teacher who meets the following essential criteria:
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, other educators, parents, and support classroom teachers to assist all students to reach their full potential.
- A proven ability to incorporate modern technologies into their teaching practice and is passionate about classroom innovation.
- Understand Guided Inquiry and be able to successfully implement it in the classroom.
- Have sound knowledge of the NESA syllabus outcomes for Primary Education.
- Understand and is committed to the Australian Professional Standards for Teaching.
- Ability to create a vibrant, friendly, cheerful learning environment.
- A proven history as a lifelong learner and possesses a genuine desire for self-improvement.
- A passion for student wellbeing.
- Ability to collaboratively work within a professional learning team.
- You will be a hardworking and enthusiastic teaching professional with excellent subject.
- A valid Working with Children Check.
- Previous experience teaching within an International Baccalaureate school is desirable but not essential.
Salary
The salary for this position aligns with the Independent Schools NSW (Teachers) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2017. You will be paid in alignment with your level of accreditation.
How to apply
Enquiries regarding this position may be directed to Human Resources via email hr@hvgs.nsw.edu.au.
Application
Please use the form below to submit your application.
Head of Faculty - History and Philosophy
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Faculty – History and Philosophy.
The successful applicant will have responsibility, through engagement with relevant staff and programs, to ensure that students undertaking courses within the Faculty are academically challenged and stimulated in a safe learning environment, where students are enthused about their studies and given every opportunity for academic success.
This advertised Senior School position is for:
- a permanent full-time appointment to the staff as a classroom teacher within the History & Philosophy Faculty
- with concurrent appointment as the Head of Faculty (History and Philosophy) for an initial 3-year tenure (MEA Leadership Level 2)
Subsequent periods of tenure beyond the initial 3-years will be subject to review/application.
The start date for the advertised position is for Term 1 2022.
Please download a position description below for role responsibilities and selection criteria.
How to apply
Suitable applicants should apply by using the School’s Application Form. This form must be completed in full, and all information requested must be provided.
Applications are to be submitted to the HR Team at recruitment@hvgs.nsw.edu.au
Inquiries regarding the position may be directed to the HR Team at hr@hvgs.nsw.edu.au
Applications close 9am Monday 16th August 2021. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Head of Co-Curriculum K - 12
We have an exciting leadership opportunity for a full-time Head of Co-Curriculum to join our School for an initial tenure of 3 years, commencing Term 4 2021 (or Term 1 2022 by negotiation). This position welcomes candidates from both teaching and high-level administrative backgrounds.
Reporting to the Deputy Principal, the Head of Co-Curriculum is responsible for the efficient leadership and operation of the Co-Curricular Program for both the Junior and Senior Schools. As the Head of Co-curriculum, you will:
- Liaise with Heads of School and co-curricular coordinators to ensure the successful implementation of a responsive, well-organised and holistic Co-Curricular Program.
- Work collaboratively with the Dean of Academics and Director of Operations to ensure that co-curricular offerings and scheduling of activities is not only rich and sustainable, but also considers the necessary balance with core academic imperatives.
- Continuously evaluate and monitor the Program to ensure that it meets the needs of the School community.
- Maintain effective timetabling, scheduling, and transport needs of all co-curricular activities, including training sessions.
- Ensure that regular, informative, and clear co-curricular communications for students, staff, parents, and other members of the School community is maintained through appropriate channels.
- Efficiently compile the annual Junior School and Senior School Co-Curricular Handbooks and facilitate communication to all students and parents about co-curricular opportunities on offer.
- Maintain a visible presence by attending and observing co-curricular activities with a particular focus on promoting and encouraging student engagement.
Work pattern
Should the successful applicant be a teacher, this Leadership position will have a teaching load equivalent to approximately 28 x 50-minute periods over a two-week (60 period) cycle.
The Head of Co-Curriculum K-12 is expected to be on campus from 8:00am until at least 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, each school day in accordance with the published term dates, to support the co-curricular activities undertaken.
About you
As the Head of Co-Curriculum, you will possess:
- Strong workload prioritisation and time management skills, with the demonstrated capacity to co-ordinate staff and manage projects or initiatives.
- The ability to evaluate and consistently improve processes for managing the Co-Curricular program. This will include investigation and implementation of technologies to improve efficiencies.
- Strong report writing skills with the expertise to articulate achievements, gaps, and recommendations across the K-12 program to the executive team.
- Demonstrated experience in overcoming obstacles with strategic problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- The ability to work in a dynamic team environment and a proven ability to relate professionally and authentically to staff, students, and parents alike.
- A strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality regarding staff, students, and their families.
- Previous experience working in areas of co-curricular will be highly desirable.
Salary
Teacher: Independent Schools NSW/ACT Standards Model (Teachers) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2017 (Leadership Level 2).
Non-Teacher: Independent Schools NSW (Support and Operational Staff) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2017 and is dependent upon the experience of the successful applicant.
How to apply
Enquiries regarding this position may be directed to Human Resources via email hr@hvgs.nsw.edu.au.
If you are applying as a teacher
- Suitable applicants should apply by using the School’s Application Form which is available to download from the HVGS website. This form must be completed in full, and all information requested must be provided. Applications are to be submitted to the HR Team at recruitment@hvgs.nsw.edu.au
If you are applying as an administrator
- Suitable applicants should apply by sending their CV and Cover Letter addressing the key selection criteria to the HR Team at recruitment@hvgs.nsw.edu.au
Applications close 9am Monday 16 August 2021. No applications will be considered after this time.
Head of Faculty - TAS (Technological and Applied Studies)
We are seeking a full-time permanent Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) Teacher with an initial 3-year tenure as the Head of Faculty to commence in Term 1 2022.
Reporting to the Dean of Academics, you will ensure that students undertaking courses within the faculty are academically challenged and stimulated in a safe learning environment, where students are enthused about their studies and given every opportunity for academic success. You will oversee a team of six-full time teaching staff, two support staff (working in Agriculture and Food Technologies/Kitchen Operations and Engineered Systems/Design & Technology).
This concurrent role will include an adjusted load of classes as determined by the applicable timetable. (NB: As a Head of Faculty, the applicable load allowance reduces the teaching load to approx. 32-36 x 50-minute periods over a 60-period timetable cycle).
About you
As a dedicated Teacher and Head of TAS you will possess:
- Appropriate educational qualifications/Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject area, and current NESA registration;
- Demonstrated experience in, or an understanding of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP);
- A commitment to the school’s varied programs (academic, wellbeing, service, co-curricular etc.) including an advocacy for the International Baccalaureate Programme/s, both within and beyond the School;
- Experience in teaching relevant subject area course(s) in NSW Schools, or other appropriate systems, with the capacity to teach to HSC level in at least one subject area course;
- Demonstrated capacity to inspire young learners, possessing a commitment to learning and a passion for teaching;
- A high level of interpersonal skills, a willingness to be an active team member and contribute to both the Faculty and the Teaching & Learning Committee;
- A demonstrated clarity of educational purpose, vision, and engagement with our School Values;
- A willingness to make a significant contribution to the School’s co-curricular program in area(s) of interest or expertise;
- Diligence in ensuring teaching practice continues to meet the NESA Standards for Teacher Accreditation at the relevant level by performing a range of professional activities as part of ongoing practice; and
- Demonstrated commitment to completing the required minimum hours of Professional Learning (including the specified hours of NESA Registered PD)
Salary
The salary for this position aligns with the Independent Schools NSW/ACT Standards Model (Teachers) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2017. You will be paid in alignment with your level of accreditation. The Head of Faculty responsibility will attract additional Leadership Level 2 remuneration in accordance with the Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2017.
How to apply
Enquiries regarding this position may be directed to Human Resources via email hr@hvgs.nsw.edu.au.
To apply for this role, you are required to submit your CV and an application form to recruitment@hvgs.nsw.edu.au.
Applications close 9am Monday 16 August 2021. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Benefits of working at HVGS
- A commitment to your professional development and learning
- Access to our onsite Restaurant and Cafe for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks
- A stunning working environment, with green open spaces and passionate co-workers
- Employee assistance program
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