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at Tara

Tara Anglican School for Girls is a Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school situated in North Parramatta. Established in 1897, Tara has a tradition of excellent pastoral care and high academic standards. Tara is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme (ELC–Year 6), the Middle Years Programme (Years 7–10), and the Higher School Certificate in Years 11–12 (the Diploma Programme will be offered from 2026).  

• Tara is an equal opportunity employer for women
• Staff are offered extensive professional development opportunities
• Tara offers generous staff discounts for children attending the School

Candidates applying for teaching positions are requested to complete this form and to submit it with their application:

Current Vacancies

Learning Support Assistant - Senior School

Tara is seeking a Learning Support Assistants to join our energetic, passionate, and dedicated Diverse Learning team.  This opportunity would complement the studies of our next generation of inspiring teachers.  Our roles are being offered on a flexible basis, 8am – 4pm, 2 – 5 days per week.  Whether you are currently working as a Learning Support Officer (or similar) and looking for a change in environment or studying teaching and looking to gain hands on classroom experience, don’t let this opportunity pass you.

Our Learning Support Assistants are pivotal to our Diverse Learning team as they work collaboratively with our teachers to maintain accurate records and provide high-quality support in the delivery of individualised learning and education plans, tailored to each student’s own circumstances, in a supportive and inclusive manner.

All applications must be submitted via SEEK.

Applications, including full CV and cover letter, copies of academic transcripts and details of three referees, should be addressed to:

Head of People and Culture
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655

Enquiries: tmurray@tara.nsw.edu.au

All applications must be completed via SEEK.

Click here to apply now

Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 24 January 2025.

Tara may conduct interviews on receipt of applications of interest and appoint suitable candidates prior to the closing date. 

Risk and Compliance Officer

Tara is seeking a meticulous and proactive Risk and Compliance Officer to ensure that Tara meets its regulatory obligations and maintains high-level compliance and risk management systems. This role is critical in safeguarding our school community and involves overseeing Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) matters, developing and maintaining policies and procedures, and supporting the school’s Senior Leadership Team with risk management strategies.

• Permanent Part Time - 3 days per week
• Commencement date to be negotiated

All applications must be submitted via SEEK.

Applications, including full CV and cover letter, copies of academic transcripts and details of three referees, should be addressed to:

Head of People and Culture
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655

Enquiries: tmurray@tara.nsw.edu.au

All applications must be completed via SEEK.

Click here to apply now

Closing Date for Applications:Wednesday, 15 January 2025

School Maintenance Officer

Tara Anglican School for Girls is seeking a School Maintenance Officer to join our team. In this vital role you will be maintaining and improving our school grounds, gardens, and facilities to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

• Permanent Full Time
• Immediate Start

All applications must be submitted via SEEK.

Applications, including full CV and cover letter, copies of relevant certificates or qualification, and details of three referees, should be addressed to:

Head of People and Culture
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655

Enquiries: tmurray@tara.nsw.edu.au

All applications must be completed via SEEK.

Click here to apply now

Closing Date for Applications: 23 December 2024.  

Please note that interviews may take place before this date.

School Bus Driver

Tara Anglican School for Girls is seeking a committed School Bus Driver to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for transporting our students to and from School and various sporting venues, ensuring their safety every step of the way.

• Part Time/Split Shifts
• Term Time Only 
• Position to start end January, 2025

All applications must be submitted via SEEK.

Application, including full CV and cover letter, copies of qualifications and certificates and details of three referees, should be addressed to:

Head of People and Culture
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655

Enquiries: tmurray@tara.nsw.edu.au

All applications must be completed via SEEK.

Click here to apply now

Please note that interviews may take place before this date.

Sports Coach

Tara is seeking enthusiastic Sports Coaches to join our team. The position requires an experienced and preferably qualified coach capable of instructing at least one of the various sports offered at Tara. The role involves coaching teams in both the Junior and Senior School, focusing on enhancing girls' skills and promoting enthusiasm and enjoyment for sports and physical activity.

Click here to view the full list of sports offered at Tara.

• Casual position
• Experienced coaches are preferred, however, new coaches are welcome to apply
• Term Time Only

Qualifications:

• Sport Australia Essential Skills Certificate (essential)
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificates (desirable)
• Valid WWCC employee clearance

Application, including full CV, cover letter, copies of your qualifications and certificates and details of three referees, should be sent to:

The Director of Policy, Compliance and Human Resources
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655
Email: employment@tara.nsw.edu.au

Casual Classroom Teachers ELC–6
Casual Specialist Teachers ELC–6 in Music, Art and PE
Casual Senior School Teachers Years 7-12

Tara is always seeking outstanding and enthusiastic teachers with a vision for excellence and innovation in education, and with the qualifications and capacity to work collaboratively with others, as well as show initiative with lessons and programs. 

Application, including full CV, cover letter, academic transcripts and details of three referees, should be sent to:

The Director of Policy, Compliance and Human Resources
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655
Email: employment@tara.nsw.edu.au

Employment Collection Notice - Privacy Act 1988 (as amended 2014)

1. In applying for this position you will be providing Tara Anglican School for Girls with personal information. We can be contacted at employment@tara.nsw.edu.au
2. If you provide us with personal information, for example, your name and address or information contained on your resume, we will collect the information in order to assess your application for employment. We may keep this information on file if your application is unsuccessful in case another position becomes available 
3. The School's Privacy Policy contains details of how you may complain about a breach of the APPs or how you may seek access to personal information collected about you. However, there may be occasions when access is denied. Such occasions would include where access would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others
4. We will not disclose this information to a third party without your consent
5. We are required to conduct a criminal record check and collect information under Child Protection laws. We may also collect personal information about you in accordance with these laws
6. The School may store personal information in the 'cloud', which may mean that it resides on servers which are situated outside Australia. If you provide us with the personal information of others, we encourage you to inform them that you are disclosing that information to the School and why, that they can access that information if they wish and that the School does not usually disclose the information to third parties

For more information on Tara's Privacy Policy or if you have questions regarding a current vacancy please contact us on 02 9630 6655.

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