Radford College is an Anglican co-educational day school, committed to fostering global citizens by inspiring students from Pre-K to Year 12 to make good choices, self-regulate and be resilient as the foundations for academic success. The College is located in the suburb of Bruce, in Canberra.
Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE)
(Years 7 -12)
Fixed-term part-time
Our Purpose
Radford College is a generous-spirited learning community that embodies the beliefs and values of the Christian faith in the Anglican tradition. We develop young people to live truthfully, practise compassion and seek wisdom in order to serve the common good. Grounded in our values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom, all staff work to support the College in achieving its aims.
The opportunity
We are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Studies of Society and Environment (SOSE) teacher, to join our Secondary School team. This is a fixed-term part-time role for Semester 2, 2025 with a possibility of ongoing employment. This role will have a minimum 0.6 FTE.
Join a community of highly motivated, passionate, and experienced individuals. Our professional staff foster inclusivity, expertise and dedication to our students, education, and
each other. Radford is proud of the opportunities that are provided to students through strong academic and cocurricular programs.
Teaching and Learning at Radford College
With a focus on high-quality teaching to improve student learning outcomes, Radford College is committed to collaborative and reflective practices which enhance professional learning and
growth. As such, we require our teachers to be able to work effectively as part of a high performing team and to be dedicated to upholding our values of truth, compassion and wisdom, which form the ethos and foundation of our College community. To support our teachers in becoming expert teachers, able to make deliberate choices about the strategies they use in classrooms, there is a strong emphasis on collaboration through an on-site
Teacher Mentor, established Communities of Practice and ongoing coaching and mentoring.
Why choose Radford?
As well as supporting and enabling staff to achieve their potential, Radford College offers:
• A vibrant and rewarding place in which to work
• Professional Learning financial support
• Salary Continuance Insurance
• Discounted school fees for eligible employees
• Employee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to gym facilities and group
fitness classes
• Generous Superannuation after qualifying period
• Salary Sacrificing
• Excellent resources and grounds
• Free onsite parking
For further information, please visit the Employment page on our Website.
About you
A successful candidate at Radford College, will be an energetic educator who is motivated by thinking differently about teaching and learning and who is driven by the creation of engaging
and dynamic learning experiences for our students. Candidates must:
• Demonstrate the ability to teach Years 7 – 12 in SoSE, including Years 7-10
Geography/Commerce. Year 11 and 12 Economics and/or Business is desired.
• Demonstrate the ability to teach BSSS and/or IBDP courses.
• Demonstrate a passion for both teaching and pursuing innovative thinking
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrate a willingness to grow through the sharing of
best practice and professional experience
• Possess excellent communications skills both written and verbal, as well as excellent
time management skills
• Participate in pastoral and co-curricular programs, including student wellbeing
initiatives, school camps and excursions
• Commit to the safeguarding and promotion of student welfare
• Support Radford’s strategic priorities and goals
• Uphold Radford’s Values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom
Qualifications
• Qualifications and experience in teaching Years 7 – 12.
• Teaching qualification recognised by the ACT Department of Education
• Maintain registration as a teacher with the Teacher Quality Institute, including WWVP
• Current First Aid Certificate
How to Apply
Details about this position and how to apply can be found on the Employment section on the College Website Employment – Radford College. If you have further enquiries regarding this
position, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@radford.act.edu.au.
Applications close at midnight, Friday 13 June 2025 and should be addressed to:
The Principal, Christopher Bradbury
email: recruitment@radford.act.edu.au
Additional information regarding Radford College can be found on the Employment section on the College Website.
If you have further enquiries regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at
recruitment@radford.act.edu.au.
Applicants will be subject to employment screening and will be required to provide a current ACT Working with
Vulnerable People card prior to commencing employment.
