Visual Arts (to HSC level)

Visual Arts Teacher Opportunities - 2 Positions

School Type: Faith-based School
Contract Type: Full-time, 12-month maternity leave contracts, with potential to transition to permanent employment
Start: Immediate / Term 3, 2026 / Term 4, 2027
Positions Available: 2

About the School

HARKE has partnered with a faith-based secondary school offering a broad Visual Arts program across Years 7-12. The school provides students with access to nine specialist Visual Arts electives and has an established department comprising five teachers and two assistants. Teachers joining the school will work within a collaborative department with opportunities to contribute across senior Visual Arts, junior Art and specialist creative disciplines.

About the Position

Two full-time Visual Arts Teachers are required for 12-month maternity leave contracts. One position is available to commence immediately, with the second commencing in Term 3, 2026 or Term 4, 2026. Both roles will involve teaching Visual Arts across Years 7-12, and applicants must be able to teach HSC Visual Arts in Years 11 and 12. The teaching load will also include Years 7-8 Art and Years 9-10 electives across areas such as sculpture, painting and other creative disciplines.

The school is particularly interested in teachers with experience delivering senior Visual Arts and HSC courses. Exceptional graduates may also be considered where they have a strong Visual Arts background, align with the school's faith requirements and demonstrate the confidence and subject knowledge required to teach senior classes. There is strong potential for an ongoing full-time opportunity, with returning staff expected to resume in part-time capacities.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Visual Arts programs across Years 7-12, including HSC Visual Arts and specialist Years 9-10 electives.

• Maintain high standards of student safeguarding, wellbeing and classroom practice within practical and theory-based learning environments.

• Communicate clearly with students, families and colleagues regarding learning, assessment and student progress.

• Collaborate with the Visual Arts team on curriculum planning, assessment, exhibitions and the delivery of the school's diverse elective program.

• Provide confident classroom leadership that encourages creativity, technical development and strong academic outcomes.

Requirements

• Senior Visual Arts: Applicants must be able to teach HSC Visual Arts across Years 11 and 12. Previous HSC teaching experience is highly desirable.

• Faith Alignment: Applicants must demonstrate alignment with the school's faith requirements.

• Registration: Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain accreditation with NESA.

• Work Rights: Full Australian working rights are essential for this role.

• Safeguarding: Applicants must provide two current referees and complete HARKE's onboarding process to meet safeguarding requirements.

HARKE Recruitment

Working with HARKE Recruitment offers several key advantages:

• Streamlined recruitment process for a hassle-free experience

• Time-saving methods to accelerate your job search

• Direct contact with hiring managers and school leaders for clear and fast communication

• Comprehensive interview preparation and recruitment support

• Access to opportunities across HARKE's partner school network

How to Apply

Interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates become available. To apply for this role, click APPLY or contact Allisha McKenzie on 0494 191 588 or email allisha@harke.com.au for a confidential discussion. Visit the HARKE Recruitment website for further information.