Wollongong Teachers - Maths, Science and English - 2026 and 2027

Are you a passionate secondary teacher looking for a role that offers more - more lifestyle, more community, and more value for your salary?
We are partnering with schools across the Wollongong and Illawarra region of NSW to build a talent pool of qualified secondary teachers in Maths, Science and English. Whether you're based in Sydney or you're relocating from overseas, we'd love to hear from you if you're a talented teacher looking for a fresh start in one of Australia's most beautiful coastal regions. Registering your interest now means we can match you with the right school and role as opportunities arise, giving you first access to positions before they are widely advertised.

Why Wollongong and the Illawarra?
Wollongong is Australia's ninth largest city - big enough to have everything you need, small enough to actually feel like home. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the dramatic Illawarra Escarpment, it offers a lifestyle that Sydney simply can't match at a price that makes a teacher's salary go much further. And when you do want the big city, Sydney is just 90 minutes away by train or an 80km drive.
For teachers relocating from the UK or Ireland, Wollongong offers a lifestyle upgrade that inner-city Australian postings simply can't - sunshine, beaches, affordable living, and a welcoming regional city with Sydney on your doorstep.

NSW Teacher Salaries
Teaching salaries in NSW are competitive and transparent. Combined with Wollongong's lower cost of living, this represents genuine financial comfort - including realistic prospects of home ownership - that would be unachievable on the same salary in Sydney.

Relocation support
We understand that moving for a new role is a significant decision. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidates - we encourage you to register your interest and we'll discuss what support could look like for your situation.

Who we're looking for: 

• Qualified secondary teachers in Maths, Science or English (all specialisations within these subjects welcome)
• Current NESA accreditation (NSW), or eligibility to obtain it - we can guide overseas-qualified teachers through the process
• Candidates at all experience levels are welcome - from recent graduates to experienced teachers seeking a new chapter

What happens when you apply?
This is a talent pool registration, not a single vacancy. Once you apply, we will be in touch to learn more about your background, subject specialisation, preferred location within the region, and availability. We'll then work to match you with the most suitable school and role.

Ready to find out more?
Apply now with your CV and a brief note about your teaching background and what draws you to the Wollongong and Illawarra region. We look forward to hearing from you.