Hello Joker,
Hope you are keeping well
As a Teacher ,First, that number sounds a bit like an overkill.I don't think there would be that many jobs at our independent schools, going around
and being applied for.Yes, pay, holidays and working conditions are far better, than government schools.But more is asked of private school Teachers.For instance, the coaching of Rugby teams as a winter sport, is just one.Most Rugby Teams will be coached by one teacher. Therefore ,the coach needs to be knowledgeable about forwards and backs, often at the same time.Also, employment can entail Boarding House Duties.
Academic standards must be maintained as well. So employment at these schools can be most demanding and many teachersI, will refrain from seeking employment at them..Particularly, those who are fearful of the emotional and physical demands of a dedicated Rugby School. In fact one of the issues Independent Schools face, is the ability to find highly motivated teachers, who wish to coach after school, particularly, Rugby.
Most teachers find it easier to coach soccer. Less commitment, just give the boys a soccer ball and they kick the ball around for 90 Minutes. And call that training. Whereas, Rugby coaching is far more demanding. Selection of boys with the right physical shape, particularly, for the forwards, is a first up task of any Rugby Coach. Followed by getting body height, binding and the skills of Rucking and Mauling. Of course there all the other skills a Rugby Coach must master as well.
So choosing staff can be a daunting task. A just good classroom teacher, will be insufficient for a private schools. Even Sydney Grammar, needs to choose teachers for extra-curricular activities. So any journalist, covering the selection of teachers, will need to be "spot on" in any commentary about the selection of Teachers. Particularly, as effective teaching and quantity learning, is a individual concept. I fear, Joker, that we will get a lot of "professional Wantbees" making superficial Judgements.