Job Summary
Are you a passionate educator looking for a more student-centred, flexible, and rewarding role?
About Us
We are a progressive not-for-profit organisation, dedicated to unlocking potential and transforming lives through education for over 100 years. We are proud of our continued growth and development, coupled with sustainable practices in the service and difference we make to the community.
Our continued success is driven by a collaborative, agile, and hands-on approach. Year on year, we evolve by embracing innovation, maintaining a positive culture, and staying responsive to the needs of our learners and partners.
We are committed to maintaining environments where children and young people are safe, respected, and supported. We uphold strong child safe practices, including robust recruitment, training, and safeguarding processes, and expect all employees to share in this commitment.
We are seeking passionate individuals who are aligned with our values, invested in their roles, and dedicated to supporting the success of others.
Why Join Alesco?
At Alesco, wellbeing and learning go hand in hand. We support students who haven’t thrived in mainstream schools by offering smaller classes, strong wellbeing support, and engaging, hands-on curriculum delivery.
This is more than just a teaching job, it’s a chance to join a values-driven organisation committed to Inclusion, Integrity, and Innovation.
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic Teacher to join our team located at our Woodberry campus on a fixed term, full time basis. This role will commence in Term 3 until 18th December 2026.
In this role, you’ll deliver engaging and flexible programs tailored to students with diverse learning needs.
Successful applicants should be able to confidently:
- Design and deliver lessons that meet curriculum outcomes and engage diverse learners
- Build strong relationships with students through person-centred approaches
- Participate in school activities including orientation, excursions, and graduation
- Contribute to curriculum development and implement alternative learning strategies
- Support student wellbeing through trauma-informed practices
- Maintain safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environments
- Collaborate in staff meetings and access professional development opportunities
- Embed wellbeing into every aspect of your teaching practice
- Teach core curriculum content in creative and practical ways
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor or Diploma of Education
- NESA Accreditation (Conditional, Provisional, or Proficient)
- Valid Working With Children Check & willingness to obtain National Police Check
- Child Protection Training (or willingness to complete)
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Adaptability, compassion, and a commitment to inclusive education
- Enthusiasm for working in flexible, wellbeing-focused settings
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned to experience
- Salary packaging available for permanent/fixed term employees (up to $15,899 tax-free per FBT year)
- Wellbeing leave: 2 Wellbeing Days, 1 Board Bonus Day & your Birthday off
- 10 days of paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave
- Paid Parental and Adoption Leave (with top-up options)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport access
- Flu Vaccination reimbursement (seasonal)
- Ongoing mentoring and professional development
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button or email your resume and cover letter to pac@atwea.edu.au.
In your cover letter, please address the following:
- Your teaching style: How do you create engaging, inclusive lessons—especially for students who may not thrive in mainstream settings?
- Curriculum and wellbeing knowledge: How do you plan learning and support strategies that meet the needs of diverse students?
- Working with others: Share how you collaborate with colleagues or contribute to a positive team environment. Have you supported or mentored others?
- Building relationships: How do you build trust and connection with students, families, and staff—especially in sensitive or complex situations while maintaining professional boundaries?
- Using resources wisely: How do you organise and adapt your teaching tools and resources to support students with different learning needs?
- Why Atwea? After exploring our website, what stood out to you? How do our values and approach align with who you are as a teacher?
Ready for a role where you can really make a difference?
We welcome applications from passionate teachers of all experience levels. If you’re ready to reimagine education and support students in new and meaningful ways, apply today.
Join Alesco Secondary College—where teachers are supported, students are seen, and learning is built on care.
Applications close on Tuesday, 30th June 2026. All shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
