Job Description
Teaching Service
Reference number
0000B5JN
Occupation
Teachers
Work type
No info
Location
Sydney Region
Salary
$90,177 - $137,861
Closing date
18 February 2026 at 4:00pm
Position Information
Fairfield High School is a large, inclusive comprehensive secondary school located in south-west Sydney, providing high-quality education for approximately 1,100 students. The school is recognised for its strong focus on ******** teaching underpinned by high-impact EAL/D pedagogy, high expectations and evidence-based practice, ensuring student growth, engagement and academic success. The school includes a well-established Intensive English Centre supporting newly arrived, refugee and international students, as well as seven support classes for students with intellectual disabilities and autism, enabling equitable access to learning across the school community.
In 2026, Fairfield High School will have a Family Occupation and Employment Index (FOEI) of 200. The school serves a highly diverse community, with 93.5% of students from a Language Background Other Than English, approximately 40% requiring EAL/D support, around 43% from a refugee background, and 1% identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Within this context, the school maintains a strong commitment to excellence through explicit, language-rich teaching practices, the identification and development of high potential and gifted students, and a clear focus on aspiration and post-school pathways, including university, TAFE, vocational education and employment. Fairfield High School is dedicated to ensuring every student is known, supported and and challenged to achieve their personal best and transition confidently into further education, training or employment.
Selection Criteria
Approval to teach Library
Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with classroom teachers to plan and deliver ******** instruction in information literacy, inquiry and research skills, and the study and appreciation of literature.
Proven ability to evaluate, select, acquire, catalogue and maintain a diverse range of high-quality resources in multiple formats, including digital tools, online databases and print collections, to support curriculum and student learning needs.
Demonstrated effectiveness in managing both the physical and virtual library environment, including collection management, budgeting, and the administration of library management systems such as Oliver.
Capacity to promote and sustain a whole-school culture of reading by engaging students and staff in rich literary experiences, reading initiatives and programs that support lifelong reading habits.
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
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, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
Merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals provide clear advice for applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are available here.
To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
Reference number
0000B5JN
Occupation
Teachers
Work type
No info
Location
Sydney Region
Salary
$90,177 - $137,861
Closing date
18 February 2026 at 4:00pm
Position Information
Fairfield High School is a large, inclusive comprehensive secondary school located in south-west Sydney, providing high-quality education for approximately 1,100 students. The school is recognised for its strong focus on ******** teaching underpinned by high-impact EAL/D pedagogy, high expectations and evidence-based practice, ensuring student growth, engagement and academic success. The school includes a well-established Intensive English Centre supporting newly arrived, refugee and international students, as well as seven support classes for students with intellectual disabilities and autism, enabling equitable access to learning across the school community.
In 2026, Fairfield High School will have a Family Occupation and Employment Index (FOEI) of 200. The school serves a highly diverse community, with 93.5% of students from a Language Background Other Than English, approximately 40% requiring EAL/D support, around 43% from a refugee background, and 1% identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Within this context, the school maintains a strong commitment to excellence through explicit, language-rich teaching practices, the identification and development of high potential and gifted students, and a clear focus on aspiration and post-school pathways, including university, TAFE, vocational education and employment. Fairfield High School is dedicated to ensuring every student is known, supported and and challenged to achieve their personal best and transition confidently into further education, training or employment.
Selection Criteria
Approval to teach Library
Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively with classroom teachers to plan and deliver ******** instruction in information literacy, inquiry and research skills, and the study and appreciation of literature.
Proven ability to evaluate, select, acquire, catalogue and maintain a diverse range of high-quality resources in multiple formats, including digital tools, online databases and print collections, to support curriculum and student learning needs.
Demonstrated effectiveness in managing both the physical and virtual library environment, including collection management, budgeting, and the administration of library management systems such as Oliver.
Capacity to promote and sustain a whole-school culture of reading by engaging students and staff in rich literary experiences, reading initiatives and programs that support lifelong reading habits.
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
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, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
Merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals provide clear advice for applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are available here.
To meet the page limits outlined in the guidelines, all application attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Teacher Librarian - Fairfield High 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.
