Science Teacher

Sacred Heart College; City Of Joondalup; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Corporate healthcare rates

Onsite weights & fitness studio

Active social club

Job summary

Sacred Heart College in Sorrento, Western Australia, seeks a dedicated Science Teacher for Years 7–12 in a full-time ongoing role starting Term 1, 2027. You will report to the Head of Learning Area - Science and inspire curiosity while promoting academic excellence through contemporary pedagogy.

The successful applicant will teach Science 7–12 (ATAR/General Marine and Maritime Studies desirable) and Year 10 Marine Science, differentiating programs and coordinating excursions in line with CEWA

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Science to Years 7–12.
• Ability to plan and coordinate excursions.
• Commitment to contemporary pedagogical practices.
• Awareness of Catholic ethos and CEWA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science to Years 7–12 (including Year 11–12 ATAR and General Marine/Maritime Studies if required).
• Teach Year 10 Marine Science elective (desirable).
• Differentiate the Science curriculum for varied ability groups.
• Collaborate with students, parents and staff to foster respectful relations.
• Coordinate excursions and camps with risk management and CEWA compliance.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

ATAR teaching

Marine Science

Pedagogical innovation

Job description

Sacred Heart College is a Catholic, co-educational College for students in Years 7-12, situated on the beautiful coast of Sorrento, Western Australia. The College has built an outstanding reputation for excellence across our Four Pillars: Spiritual, Academic, Cultural, and Sport.

We take great pride in the quality of our pastoral care and in educating students through our motto, "Always Striving Upwards." Our goal is to ensure that every student is known, valued, and supported. The Four Pillars provide a framework for students to discover and develop their interests and talents, empowering them to become the best version of themselves.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Science Teacher to join our College. This is a full-time, ongoing position commencing Term 1, 2027.

About the role:

Reporting directly to the Head of Learning Area - Science, this role presents an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Science Teacher to inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and create meaningful learning experiences that engage students and promote academic excellence.

Responsibilities as a Science Teacher:

The ability to teach Science to students in years 7-12.

The ability to teach Year 11 and 12 ATAR and General Marine and Maritime Studies (highly desirable).

The ability to teach Year 10 Marine Science elective (highly desirable).

The ability to be innovative in current teaching methodologies, keeping up to date with current pedagogical trends in Science.

The ability to differentiate the Science curriculum to a range of ability groups, to ensure individual student success.

To work collaboratively to build rapport with students, parents and all College employeesto develop respectful, inclusive and positive working relationships.

What we are seeking:

Excellent ability to teach Science to Years 7-12 (Marine and Maritime Studies – desirable).

Excellent ability to teach and promote Year 10 Marine Science elective.

Excellent ability to plan, organise and coordinate excursions and camps in line with risk management practices, ensuring CEWA guidelines are adhered to in consultation with the College’s Risk Management Officer.

Experience in writing and delivering differentiated programs in Science.

Excellent ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to contemporary pedagogical practices.

Excellent ability to be flexible and an adaptable change agent, by embracing existing and emerging technologies and teaching practices that support contemporary student learning.

An awarenessand appreciation for the Catholic ethos of the College.

• Recreational Skippers Ticket
• Dinghy instructor
• Community surf rescue or Bronze medallion
• Snorkeling Instructor Qualifications or OW20 Scuba Certification (preferred)
• MR Bus license

The way we give back to our people:

Sacred Heart College gives back generously to our employees with offers on many benefits such as our own wellness program, corporate healthcare rates, onsite weights and fitness studio and a very active social club.

Sacred Heart College prides itself of living the motto of 'Always Striving Upwards' our three key values of Courage, Compassion and Respect encompass what it means to be part of the Sacred Heart community.

The successful applicant must be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic education. The successful applicant will need to provide evidence of a current Working with Children Check a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History check.

Applications close: 4pm Friday 13 November 2026.