Junior School Teaching Opportunities

Radford College is an Anglican co-educational day school, committed to fostering global citizens by inspiring students from Pre-K to Year 12 to make good choices, self-regulate and be resilient as the foundations for academic success. The College is located in the suburb of Bruce, in Canberra.

Junior School Teaching Opportunities | Commencing 2027

The opportunity
Commencing in January 2027, Radford College has a range of full-time opportunities available within the Junior School, including both permanent and fixed-term appointments.

We are seeking passionate, skilled and student-centred educators who are committed to fostering a love of learning and supporting the academic, social and emotional development of each child.

Opportunities are available in the following teaching areas:

• Classroom Teacher (Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten)

• Classroom Teachers (Years 3 to 6)

Join a community of highly motivated, passionate, and experienced individuals.  Our professional staff foster inclusivity, expertise and dedication to our students, education, and each other. Radford is proud of the opportunities that are provided to students through strong academic and cocurricular programs.

Teaching staff are well supported by experienced, professional College Services Staff in all aspects of the College’s operations.

Teaching and Learning at Radford College

With a focus on high-quality teaching to improve student learning outcomes, Radford College is committed to collaborative and reflective practices which enhance professional learning and growth. As such, we require our teachers to be able to work effectively as part of a high performing team and to be dedicated to upholding our values of truth, compassion and wisdom, which form the ethos and foundation of our College community.

To support our teachers in becoming expert teachers, able to make deliberate choices about the strategies they use in classrooms, there is a strong emphasis on collaboration through an on-site Teacher Mentor, established Communities of Practice and ongoing coaching and mentoring.

Radford College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to comply with the College's Child Protection and Safeguarding policies, procedures and satisfy all relevant child protection screening requirements. Radford College expects all staff to actively contribute to a child-safe culture and to uphold their responsibilities in creating an environment where all children and young people are safe, respected and heard.

Why choose Radford?

As well as supporting and enabling staff to achieve their potential, Radford College offers:    

·         A vibrant and rewarding place in which to work

·         Professional Learning financial support

·         Salary Continuance Insurance

·         Discounted school fees for eligible employees

·         Employee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to gym facilities and group fitness classes

·         Generous Superannuation after qualifying period

·         Salary Sacrificing

·         Excellent resources and grounds

·         Free onsite parking

·         Electric Vehicle charging stations

For further information, please visit the Employment page on our Website.

About you

A successful candidate at Radford College, will be an energetic educator who is motivated by thinking differently about teaching and learning and who is driven by the creation of engaging and dynamic learning experiences for our students. Candidates must:

·         Collaborate as a member of a team providing a vibrant, dynamic, innovative, and balanced educational program for our children in accordance with the International Baccalaureate’s Primary Years Programme

·         Provide a warm, supportive, nurturing, safe and stimulating environment for our children

·         Demonstrate a passion for both teaching and pursuing innovative thinking

·         Be energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrate a willingness to grow through the sharing of best practice and professional experience

·         Possess excellent communications skills both written and verbal, as well as excellent time management skills

·         Participate in pastoral and co-curricular programs, including student wellbeing initiatives, school camps and excursions

·         Commit to the safeguarding and promotion of student welfare

·         For roles in the Early Learning Centre, completion of the mandatory National Child Safety Training through the Australian Government's Geccko platform, or a willingness to complete the training prior to, or shortly after, commencement.

·         Support Radford’s strategic priorities and goals

·         Uphold Radford’s Values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom

Qualifications

·         Teaching qualification recognised by the ACT Education Directorate

·         Maintain registration as a teacher with the Teacher Quality Institute, including WWVP

·         Current First Aid Certificate

How to Apply
Details about this position and how to apply can be found on the Employment section on the College Website. If you have further enquiries regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at ***********@radford.act.edu.au.

Applications will be assessed as received.

We encourage candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early, if a suitable applicant is found.

The Principal
email: ***********@radford.act.edu.au

Applicants will be subject to employment screening and will be required to provide a current ACT Working with Vulnerable People card prior to commencing employment