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Setting the highest standards of quality education

Queenwood is a non-denominational school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12 offering Higher School Certificate and International Baccalaureate.

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Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing
Queenwood is dedicated to creating a safe and child-friendly environment for all children and young people in our care. We emphasise a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and harm, prioritising the best interests of students and their safety. The School is fully committed to complying with child protection laws and regulations, and we aim to foster a child-safe culture. Every member of the school community is responsible for ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all students, with a focus on keeping students' safety paramount in all their actions and decisions.

As part of our recruitment process, all prospective candidates are subject to rigorous background, qualification and employment checks, including the verification of references.

At Queenwood, we know that able, committed and caring staff are the key to providing high-quality education. We are a strong and highly collegial learning community, and we recognise the importance of attracting and retaining talented colleagues. We are distinctive for the level of professional emphasis we accord to staff, within a highly collaborative environment. We also offer well-resourced programs, exceptional support for professional learning and a variety of development pathways.
 

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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

While we have a small team of casual teachers who work regularly at Queenwood, we often seek additional casual staff in both our Junior and Senior Schools, so we welcome expressions of interest for casual teaching positions throughout the year.

When you submit your expression of interest, if your skills and experience align with a current opening, we will contact you. Please note: Submitting an expression of interest does not automatically ensure you will be offered work opportunities.

Please ensure you complete a cover letter, CV and Teaching Staff Application Form, above, when sending your interest to: 

All permanent positions are advertised separately below and on LinkedIn & require a separate application addressing the criteria outlined in the advertisement.
 
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We recognise that the quality of our people is critical to our educational mission. We aim to be an employer of choice, offering competitive salary and benefits, exciting career opportunities and a supportive and collegial work culture. By joining the team at Queenwood, you will enter a community in which each person, staff or student, is known and valued. As a non-denominational Christian school, we welcome those of all faiths and none and we are enriched by the diverse experiences and cultural backgrounds of our colleagues. 

Working with committed and knowledgeable professionals and with engaged and motivated students, you will enjoy outstanding support, resources and working conditions in a beautiful location.

Queenwood as a Place To Work

Our goal is to:

  • attract and retain the most talented professionals
  • build their expertise and leadership capacity
  • support all staff with appropriate resources, strong leadership and an ethos of professional autonomy
  • create pathways for professional development, collaboration, research and thought leadership.
  • establish connections with tertiary institutions, schools and other organisations that expand learning opportunities for staff and students
  • sustain and enhance staff wellbeing through programs that strengthen their personal and professional capacity
  • create a flexible and positive environment that helps staff balance the demands of work and personal life and allows them to flourish

 

What we offer

We encourage the professional growth of our staff by providing pathways for career progression and a range of professional learning opportunities, including support for postgraduate study.

In addition to a meaningful and rewarding career, our staff receive a comprehensive range of benefits, which include:

  • Competitive remuneration packages 
  • Options for salary packaging
  • Priority enrolment for families of staff and 25% discount on tuition fees for permanent full time staff and part time permanent staff (pro-rata)
  • Free use of Queenwood buses (subject to availability) 
  • Employee Access Program (EAP)
  • Dedicated staff wellbeing team & program
  • Culture of respect and service
  • Pool/Tennis Court/Gym access with trainer 
  • Access to Fitness Passport
  • Meditation Group
  • Well-appointed common rooms with tea, coffee and snacks provided
  • Just Read (dedicated time daily for leisure reading for all students and staff + full access to library collection)
  • Provision of IT equipment - laptop computers and IT technical and pedagogical support
  • Regular staff social events
  • Vaccinations
  • Opportunity to be involved in a variety of cocurricular activities (not compulsory) 

Professional Development

  • Comprehensive onboarding & induction with ongoing support for new staff and early career teachers. 
  • Generous professional development resourcing
  • Experienced Teacher Mentoring Program & Instructional Coaching to support teacher accreditation
  • In-house provision of NESA-accredited PD
  • School-driven and sponsored professional development events
  • Career coaching
  • Staff Scholarships for postgraduate study with additional resourcing and support
  • Opportunities to participate in and lead school-based action research in partnership with universities
  • Indigenous Programs (working with Elders at school and on Country during staff retreats)

'Teachers doing what they love in a place they love to work...' 

Location

Queenwood is located at Balmoral Beach (Senior School) and Mosman (Junior School) under 10km from the Sydney CBD. With attractive facilities in a beautiful environment, staff enjoy proximity to parks, beach, cafes and multiple bus routes directly outside the School or a short walk to Spit Junction. 

Positions Vacant

Head of Social Science

Queenwood is seeking an experienced and inspiring educator to lead our Senior School Social Science team, commencing in Term 1, 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to guide the development of Social Science programs (Years 7–12), inspire excellence in teaching and learning across HSC and IB pathways, and contribute to the broader life of the School within a collaborative and forward-thinking community.

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Senior School Economics Teacher

Queenwood is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Senior School Economics Teacher to join our Social Science faculty. The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to teach HSC or IB Economics, as well as Stage 4/5 Commerce or Geography, with Business Studies an advantage. This is a permanent full-time role commencing in Term 1, 2026, offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic academic program, the pastoral care of students, and the wider life of the School.

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Rowing Coach & Boat Person

Queenwood is seeking an experienced and motivated Rowing Coach & Boat Person to support the School’s Rowing Program through expert coaching and equipment maintenance. This is a permanent part-time role to commence as soon as possible, with the start date negotiable for the right candidate.

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Head of  PDHPE

Queenwood is seeking an experienced and inspiring educator to lead our Senior School PDHPE team, commencing in Term 1, 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to guide the development of the PDHPE and HMS programs (Years 7–12), foster excellence in teaching and learning, and contribute to the broader life of the School within a collaborative and forward-thinking community.

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Director of Bands

Queenwood is seeking a dynamic Director of Bands to lead and inspire our K–12 band program across both curriculum and cocurricular music. This role commences in Term 1, 2026 and offers the opportunity to foster a vibrant culture of music-making, encourage every student’s participation, and contribute to the wider life of the School. Experience with Orff and Kodály pedagogies is valued, and the ability to teach the NESA Music curriculum will be an advantage.

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Senior School Drama Teacher

Queenwood is seeking a dynamic and high-performing educator to join our dynamic Drama Department. This role commences in Term 1, 2026, and offers the exciting opportunity to deliver inspiring, high-quality curriculum and cocurricular programs in collaboration with the Head of Drama. The successful candidate will be a strong classroom practitioner who fosters student engagement, excellence, and a genuine love of performance, contributing to a vibrant culture of creativity and collaboration across the School.

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Senior School Sports Coordinator

Queenwood is seeking an organised and energetic Senior School Sports Coordinator to support the delivery of safe, professional, and engaging sporting programs. This permanent full-time role plays a key part in promoting student participation, teamwork, and excellence across a range of sports. The position will commence as soon as possible, with the start date negotiable for the right candidate.

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