Working at Shearwater
Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School is nestled among the green hills of the Byron Shire hinterland, 3.5 km from Mullumbimby, and a short drive from some of the most beautiful coastline of NSW. Established in 1993, Shearwater has grown to a double streamed K-12 school with an enrolment of over 600, an Early Learning Centre and a Trade Skills Centre. Our beautiful 21 hectare site is bordered by a creek and rainforest, farmland, with gardens and a working farm managed according to biodynamic practices. Shearwater offers staff education and a mentoring program, ongoing professional learning opportunities, workshops, events and courses.
Applications for employment should be sent to:
Shannon Wilson HR Manager
Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School
PO BOX 839, Mullumbimby, NSW, 2482
Or emailed to: employment@shearwater.nsw.edu.au
To apply for an advertised position please forward:
All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
Applications for employment should be sent to:
Shannon Wilson HR Manager
Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School
PO BOX 839, Mullumbimby, NSW, 2482
Or emailed to: employment@shearwater.nsw.edu.au
To apply for an advertised position please forward:
- Cover letter, clearly outlining: which position you are applying for and how you meet all the requirements of the role;
- Current CV detailing your qualifications and experience;
- Evidence of relevant qualifications and certifications;
- Names and contact details of three professional referees;
- Evidence of COVID 19 vaccination status, if applicable.
All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
| Welcome to Shearwater |
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Receptionist and Backup Front Office Support
Employment Type: Casual
Remuneration in line with Independent Schools NSW (Support and Operational) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
Shearwater is currently seeking an experienced Receptionist to support the Main Office in a casual capacity. Ideally, this individual will also provide back up support for first aid and attendance.
The successful candidate will work within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, bringing with them initiative, excellent communication skills, and similar experience in reception and administrative roles and, preferably, within a School environment.
Please see the Position Description for further information about the role, including Essential Requirements and the Key Selection Criteria.
Currently Accepting Expressions of Interest
Employment Type: Casual
Remuneration in line with Independent Schools NSW (Support and Operational) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
Shearwater is currently seeking an experienced Receptionist to support the Main Office in a casual capacity. Ideally, this individual will also provide back up support for first aid and attendance.
The successful candidate will work within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, bringing with them initiative, excellent communication skills, and similar experience in reception and administrative roles and, preferably, within a School environment.
Please see the Position Description for further information about the role, including Essential Requirements and the Key Selection Criteria.
Currently Accepting Expressions of Interest
| Casual Receptionist and Backup Front Office |
Little Shearwater, Early Childhood Centre
Preschool Assistants: Casual and one Temporary (2 days per week) Position Available
Commence September 2022
Remuneration in line with Independent Schools NSW (Support and Operational) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
Shearwater School is currently seeking caring, creative, and nurturing Preschool Assistants to provide support in our preschool classes. We are looking for flexible and on-call casuals, in addition to a temporary assistant to work two days per week from September through to the December break to cover for a staff member on leave.
Our double-streamed preschool provides a quality play-based education program for children aged three to five, guided by the indications of Rudolf Steiner and built upon a platform in which the curriculum and daily practices are linked to the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework. Each class offers hands-on activities, play, artistic activities, singing and music in a warm, loving and home-like environment.
The ideal candidates will hold an appropriate Early Childhood qualification and will have an awareness of the theories, practices, and principles of Steiner early childhood education with demonstrated experience within an early childhood setting.
Please see the Position Description for further information about the role, including Essential Requirements and the Key Selection Criteria.
All applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, as required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
Applications close: 8:00am, Monday, 22 August 2022
Preschool Assistants: Casual and one Temporary (2 days per week) Position Available
Commence September 2022
Remuneration in line with Independent Schools NSW (Support and Operational) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
Shearwater School is currently seeking caring, creative, and nurturing Preschool Assistants to provide support in our preschool classes. We are looking for flexible and on-call casuals, in addition to a temporary assistant to work two days per week from September through to the December break to cover for a staff member on leave.
Our double-streamed preschool provides a quality play-based education program for children aged three to five, guided by the indications of Rudolf Steiner and built upon a platform in which the curriculum and daily practices are linked to the National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework. Each class offers hands-on activities, play, artistic activities, singing and music in a warm, loving and home-like environment.
The ideal candidates will hold an appropriate Early Childhood qualification and will have an awareness of the theories, practices, and principles of Steiner early childhood education with demonstrated experience within an early childhood setting.
Please see the Position Description for further information about the role, including Essential Requirements and the Key Selection Criteria.
All applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, as required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
Applications close: 8:00am, Monday, 22 August 2022
| Preschool Assistant Position Description |
Primary Class Teachers 2022
Casual (Relief)
Remuneration in line with the Independent Schools NSW (Teachers) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
Shearwater is currently seeking expressions of interest from experienced Class Teachers to provide a caring and relevant Steiner educational environment and learning experience for all students within the class throughout their primary school journey.
Please note, all applicants must meet the requirements of the current NSW Public Health Order relating to mandatory vaccination of education and care workers, and appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, as required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
To apply, please forward:
● Cover letter, clearly outlining how you meet all the requirements of the role;
● Current CV detailing your qualifications and experience;
● Evidence of NESA accreditation (or evidence demonstrating eligibility);
● Names and contact details of three professional referees;
● Evidence of COVID 19 vaccination status.
Currently Accepting Expressions of Interest
Casual (Relief)
Remuneration in line with the Independent Schools NSW (Teachers) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
Shearwater is currently seeking expressions of interest from experienced Class Teachers to provide a caring and relevant Steiner educational environment and learning experience for all students within the class throughout their primary school journey.
Please note, all applicants must meet the requirements of the current NSW Public Health Order relating to mandatory vaccination of education and care workers, and appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, as required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
To apply, please forward:
● Cover letter, clearly outlining how you meet all the requirements of the role;
● Current CV detailing your qualifications and experience;
● Evidence of NESA accreditation (or evidence demonstrating eligibility);
● Names and contact details of three professional referees;
● Evidence of COVID 19 vaccination status.
Currently Accepting Expressions of Interest
| Casual Primary Class Teacher Position Description |
High School Teachers
Casual (Relief)
Remuneration in line with Independent Schools NSW (Teachers) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
Shearwater is currently seeking casual Secondary School Teachers with specialities in mathematics, science, PDHPE, and food/textiles to provide casual relief.
Ideal candidates will have demonstrated experience delivering engaging and effective learning and assessment programs within their respective key learning area that meet NSW NESA requirements, as well as having the relevant teaching qualifications and experience for accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) requirements. A sound understanding of the principles, practices, and theory of Steiner education are also desirable.
Please see the Position Description for further information about the role, including Essential Requirements and the Key Selection Criteria.
All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
All applicants must meet the requirements of the current NSW Public Health Order relating to mandatory vaccination of education and care workers.
Currently Accepting Expressions of Interest
Casual (Relief)
Remuneration in line with Independent Schools NSW (Teachers) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2021
Shearwater is currently seeking casual Secondary School Teachers with specialities in mathematics, science, PDHPE, and food/textiles to provide casual relief.
Ideal candidates will have demonstrated experience delivering engaging and effective learning and assessment programs within their respective key learning area that meet NSW NESA requirements, as well as having the relevant teaching qualifications and experience for accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) requirements. A sound understanding of the principles, practices, and theory of Steiner education are also desirable.
Please see the Position Description for further information about the role, including Essential Requirements and the Key Selection Criteria.
All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check, required under the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
All applicants must meet the requirements of the current NSW Public Health Order relating to mandatory vaccination of education and care workers.
Currently Accepting Expressions of Interest
| Secondary Teachers Casual (Relief) Position Description |