Middle School Teacher - Science

Scots College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free barista coffee and lunches

Employee Assistance Programs

Bus transport access

Medical services access

Free gym access

Salary packaging

Job summary

The Scots College in Sydney, NSW invites applications for a Middle School Homeroom Teacher focused on pastoral care and daily oversight for Year 7–8 students. You will be the anchor for wellbeing, mentoring, and family liaison within the homeroom.

Key responsibilities include delivering the Middle School Character and Care program, supporting sport and co-curricular activities, and participating in mandatory events such as Chapel services and year-group camps.

Qualifications

• Qualified in education and registered with NSW Institute of Teachers (NESA).
• Experience and demonstrated success teaching Science.
• Ability to infuse the Christian ethos into teaching practice.
• Degree in Secondary Education, majoring in Science.
• Collaborative, energetic and confident team player with outstanding communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day pastoral care and mentoring for Year 7–8 students.
• Act as primary liaison between the school and families for pastoral, academic or behavioural inquiries.
• Deliver the Middle School Character and Care program effectively.
• Attend mandatory Year Group camps, Chapel services and assemblies, and support school events.
• Support Sport and Co-Curricular activities as required.

Skills

Relationship Building

Communication

Program Facilitation

Adolescent Development

Values/Behaviour

Education

Education degree

Registration with NSW Institute of Teachers/NESA

Job description

The Scots College is a distinctive Australian day and boarding boys' school that promoting the lordship of Jesus Christ in all things. We exist to inspire boys to learn, lead and serve as they strive for excellence together. Scots has been raising fine young men since 1893 from Sydney, NSW and different nations around the world.

Our staff are committed to a culture of high expectations that nourishes creative, confident, accomplished young men. We employ professional, experienced and hardworking staff who are offered outstanding opportunities for development, leadership and new experiences. At Scots, you belong to a team who enjoy working alongside you and champion your accomplishments.

What do we offer?

• A culture that cultivates a body of graduates who are well-rounded, successful men of faith and independent mind who influence their nation for the greater good and who strive to be worthy of their forefathers.
• An institution that seeks to serve God faithfully, through our core values and culture.
• Personal development and growth opportunities.
• A constructive and supportive work environment in which all staff members are valued.
• Financial and non-financial rewards and incentives.
• Free barista morning coffee and lunches.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Access to The Scots College bus transport system.
• Access to medical services.
• Free access to the college gym.
• Salary packaging.

Job Description

Primary Purpose of This Role

The Middle School Homeroom Teacher plays a critical and highly visible role in the lives of Year 7 and Year 8 students, with a focus on Pastoral Care, Mentoring, and Day-to-Day Oversight. Serving as the anchor for the boys in their homeroom, this teacher is responsible for their daily wellbeing and holistic development. Acting as the primary advocate, mentor, and first point of contact for both the student and his family, the Homeroom Teacher guides adolescent boys through these crucial transitional years.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide consistent, day-to-day management and pastoral care for the boys within the homeroom class.
• Conduct regular, structured 1-on-1 check-ins with each boy to monitor academic progress, emotional wellbeing, and social integration.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the school and the family for any pastoral, academic, or behavioural inquiries.
• Take full responsibility for the enthusiastic and effective delivery of the Middle School Character and Care program.
• Involvement in Sport and/or Co-Curricular activities for at least one semester per year (Teachers only).

Major Areas of Responsibilities:

Pastoral Care & Student Wellbeing: Provide consistent, day-to-day management and pastoral care. Conduct regular, structured 1-on-1 check-ins with each boy. Act as a positive role model and mentor, guiding adolescent boys through the unique challenges of Middle School. Foster a homeroom environment built on respect, brotherhood, accountability, and psychological safety.

Family & Community Engagement: Serve as the first point of contact between the school and the family for pastoral, academic, or behavioral inquiries. Maintain regular, proactive contact with parents and guardians to celebrate successes, flag early warning signs, and build strong home-school partnerships.

Program Delivery & School Operations: Take full responsibility for delivering the Middle School Character and Care program to the homeroom. Accompany and supervise the homeroom class during mandatory school gatherings, including Chapel services, school-wide Assemblies, and Year Group meetings. Attend and actively participate in mandatory Year Group camps, fostering team-building and resilience outside the traditional classroom setting.

Skills:

Relationship Building: High-level interpersonal skills with the ability to build immediate rapport and trust with Middle School boys and their families.

Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, tailored appropriately for interactions with students, parents, and faculty colleagues.

Program Facilitation: Confidence in facilitating pastoral curricula and guiding meaningful group discussions around character, ethics, and wellbeing.

Knowledge:

Adolescent Development: Proven expertise in teaching, mentoring, and engaging adolescent boys, with a deep understanding of their specific cognitive, emotional, and social needs.

Values/Behaviour:

Act as a positive role model and mentor.

Foster a homeroom environment built on respect, brotherhood, accountability, and psychological safety.

Demonstrate The Quest for Excellence through adventure, curiosity, creativity and growth.

Demonstrate respect for Our Faith and Tradition which inspires trust, honour, loyalty and commitment.

Demonstrate Leadership Through Teams in a spirit of service, compassion, humour and community.

Proven expertise in teaching and mentoring adolescent boys.

Available to attend mandatory Year Group camps and mandatory school gatherings.

Note: The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands, and involvement in additional projects as required is also an expectation.

Desired Skills and Experience

Who are you?

• Qualification in education and be registered withThe NSW Institute of Teachers/NESA
• Experience and demonstrated success teaching in Science
• Ability to infuse the Christian ethos into teaching practice
• Demonstrated ability to successfully develop, implement and assess the Science Curriculum
• Qualified with a degree in Secondary Education, majoring in Science
• Be a highly collaborative, energetic and confident team player with outstanding communication skills
• Propensity to recognise the value and uniqueness of each individual within the College community
• Commitment to one’s own ongoing learning
• Professional and personal integrity
• Being flexible and open to change
• Being proactive and innovative
• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment

Where do you fit in?

• You positively participate in supporting the Christian values of our Presbyterian GPS School.
• You aspire to live a good life informed by a personal code characterised by courage, ethics and purpose.
• You are able to belong and function in a Team of Teams.

How do you serve others?

• You are characterised by respect, civility and consideration for others.
• You cultivate a sense of community by fostering a sense of belonging.