Physics and Engineering Teacher

Teaching Jobs; Australia; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable secondary school is seeking a full-time Secondary Teacher to teach Physics and Engineering, starting January 2026. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong teaching capabilities and a passion for fostering student innovation. The role offers a competitive salary range of $82,796 to $136,848 and extensive professional development opportunities, alongside a commitment to workplace diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Extensive training in professional learning

24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a love of learning and foster innovation.
• Possess suitable professional qualifications for the subjects.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting a dynamic teacher of Physics and Engineering.
• Support students in their learning journey.

Skills

Teaching Engineering Studies

Teaching Physics

Professional development

Education

Bachelor of Teaching or Master in Teaching

Job description

St Francis Xavier College, Florey

Florey, ACT

Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Engineering Studies, Physics

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 23 October 2025

St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7-12 Catholic secondary school of 1350 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a love of learning and foster innovation and aspiration for the College vision.

Salary Range: $82,796 to $136,848 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.

Employment Status: Full-time

Start Date: January 2026, Term One

About St Francis Xavier College

St Francis Xavier College is a large co-educational Year 7-12 Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn with an outstanding reputation for leading excellence in education in the ACT.

The College is committed to equity of access to, and sustained delivery of quality education for all students, maintaining a diverse representation of the broader community.

About the Role

The College is recruiting a dynamic teacher of Physics and Engineering. The position will suit a teacher who has the ability, professional qualifications and interest in this subject discipline.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master in Teaching.
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance.
• Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

St Francis Xavier College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.