Senior School Science Teacher

• We are seeking a full time Science Teacher on a fixed term basis
• Contribute to a school that provides more than exceptional academic results
• Elevate your career at CGS

 About the Role

This is your opportunity to join our Science department and be part of a dedicated team. As a Science Teacher at CGS, you will be responsible for delivering quality teaching and learning experiences that develop students' learning potential. This is an exceptional opening for you to demonstrate a commitment to best practice in teaching and a goal-orientated and evidence-based approach to improving student learning outcomes.

The successful candidate will be experienced, qualified, and ideally capable of teaching from Years 7 to 12 and capable of teaching both the NSW High School Certificate and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Physics courses as well as Junior Science for the Australian Curriculum.

The successful candidate will also be keen to play an active role in the classroom, in pastoral care, in co-curricular and in the broad life of the School community. 

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

• Passion for the learning and holistic development of students in and beyond the classroom
• Experience in modelling outstanding teaching practice in and beyond the classroom
• Subject expertise and the ability to teach inclusively across a broad age and ability range
• Proven commitment to collaborative professional engagement and professional learning
• Experience of, or willingness to train for, teaching the Australian Curriculum and, where relevant, the Higher School Certificate and/or the International Baccalaureate
• Enthusiastic commitment to participating in the School’s pastoral and co-curricular program
• Respecting our School’s Anglican ethos and spirit of inclusion
• A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

All team members at CGS are required to have:

• Appropriate qualifications
• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check; and
• Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 12.5% (for permanent team members)
• Staff awards program and generous professional development funding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• School fee concessions
• Free parking

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do. We invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and Indigenous Australians to apply.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply’ button and submit the following documents:

• Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
• Resume/CV

CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.

An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.