Job Description
Location
Sydney NSW
Full job description
Position Information
Jordan Springs Public School was established in 2020. The school is located in Western Sydney adjoining the city of Penrith. As a developing community, the school has strong community involvement links that support a multicultural and inclusive ethos. With a student population in 2026 of 1,124, the school has maintained an enrolment trajectory that increases annually. The current student composition includes 9.3% of students who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and 44% from a language background other than English. The school has three support classes for students with a diagnosed disability and additional needs.
At Jordan Springs Public School, our vision is to empower students to learn, grow, and belong within an inclusive, high-quality education system that champions equity, wellbeing, and excellence. Our commitment is grounded in deep respect for the Darug people, whose land we learn on, and extends to ensuring the success of every learner. We lay strong foundations in literacy and numeracy while embedding our core values of responsibility, belonging and growth across all aspects of school life.
Through reflective, collaborative teaching and strong, supportive leadership, we cultivate a culture of high expectations, creating a connected, supportive community where we are all striving for excellence.
Selection Criteria
Approval to teach primary English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) or currently undertaking or currently enrolled in EAL/D qualifications approved by the NSW Department of Education.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement high quality engaging and effective differentiated teaching and learning EAL/D programs and resources to maximise the learning outcomes of diverse learners.
Ability to guide teachers in effective use of the ACARA EAL/D Learning Progressions and ESL Scales and work collaboratively with staff on whole-school data collection and reporting practices.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and experience in working collaboratively with teachers, school leaders and families.
Conditions
An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.
Special Notes
If applicable, engagement will be temporary until successful completion of the Teacher EAL/D qualifications as recognised by the NSW Department of Education which must be completed within 12 months months. This is a permanent part-time position of 4 days per week, 0.8 FTE (full time equivalent).
Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
New merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals have been introduced to provide greater clarity to applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are located here.
To ensure that your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format.
Sydney NSW
Full job description
Position Information
Jordan Springs Public School was established in 2020. The school is located in Western Sydney adjoining the city of Penrith. As a developing community, the school has strong community involvement links that support a multicultural and inclusive ethos. With a student population in 2026 of 1,124, the school has maintained an enrolment trajectory that increases annually. The current student composition includes 9.3% of students who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and 44% from a language background other than English. The school has three support classes for students with a diagnosed disability and additional needs.
At Jordan Springs Public School, our vision is to empower students to learn, grow, and belong within an inclusive, high-quality education system that champions equity, wellbeing, and excellence. Our commitment is grounded in deep respect for the Darug people, whose land we learn on, and extends to ensuring the success of every learner. We lay strong foundations in literacy and numeracy while embedding our core values of responsibility, belonging and growth across all aspects of school life.
Through reflective, collaborative teaching and strong, supportive leadership, we cultivate a culture of high expectations, creating a connected, supportive community where we are all striving for excellence.
Selection Criteria
Approval to teach primary English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D) or currently undertaking or currently enrolled in EAL/D qualifications approved by the NSW Department of Education.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement high quality engaging and effective differentiated teaching and learning EAL/D programs and resources to maximise the learning outcomes of diverse learners.
Ability to guide teachers in effective use of the ACARA EAL/D Learning Progressions and ESL Scales and work collaboratively with staff on whole-school data collection and reporting practices.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and experience in working collaboratively with teachers, school leaders and families.
Conditions
An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.
Special Notes
If applicable, engagement will be temporary until successful completion of the Teacher EAL/D qualifications as recognised by the NSW Department of Education which must be completed within 12 months months. This is a permanent part-time position of 4 days per week, 0.8 FTE (full time equivalent).
Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
New merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals have been introduced to provide greater clarity to applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are located here.
To ensure that your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Teacher English as an additional language or dialect (0.8FTE) - Jordan Springs Public School position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
