Science Teacher

PLC Parents; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

PLC Perth in Western Australia invites applications for a part-time Science Teacher (0.4FTE) on a 12-month contract starting Term 1, 2027. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality lessons to Years 7–9, plan practical investigations, and promote inquiry-based learning within the WA curriculum framework.

They will assess students, provide feedback, and work with colleagues to continually refine teaching practices while ensuring safety and contributing to co-curricular activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Education or a related field; TRBWA eligibility and right to work in Australia.
• Strong understanding of the Australian Science Curriculum.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to engage students of varying abilities.
• Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
• Willingness to contribute to co-curricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging Science lessons for Years 7–9 aligned with WA curriculum.
• Plan practical investigations and inquiry-based learning experiences.
• Maintain knowledge of scientific developments, resources, and lab equipment.
• Collaborate with Science colleagues to refine curriculum and assessments.
• Conduct student assessments and provide timely feedback on progress.
• Promote scientific literacy, critical thinking, and real-world applications of concepts.
• Ensure safe conduct of practical activities per procedures and policies.
• Participate in parent–teacher interviews and communicate progress to families.
• Contribute to co-curricular activities and provide pastoral care as required.

Skills

Science teaching

Curriculum alignment

Student assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Education

Tools

Laboratory safety

Job description

PLC Perth in Western Australia is one of Australia’s leading schools for girls. With an impressive academic record, extensive and successful sporting, performing arts and co-curricular programmes; this vibrant community is an exciting and rewarding place to work.

We are a Uniting Church school catering for approximately 1000 day and boarding students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Our campus is located in the leafy suburb of Peppermint Grove, situated between the ocean and the river.

Job Description

About the Role – Part-time 0.4FTE spread across variable days, 12 month appt, commencing Term 1, 2027

PLC Perth invites applications from enthusiastic and dedicated educators for the position of Science Teacher to join our teaching team. This part-time 0.4FTE, fixed term role offers an opportunity to inspire curiosity, foster scientific thinking and engage students across Years 7–9 through meaningful, contemporary and inquiry-based learning experiences.

The successful candidate will develop and deliver high-quality teaching and learning programs aligned with the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) Western Australian curriculum requirements. They will promote scientific inquiry, critical thinking and practical investigation, supporting students to develop a strong understanding of scientific concepts and their application to the world around them.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging, high-quality Science lessons for students in Years 7–9, aligned with SCSA curriculum requirements.
• Plan and facilitate practical investigations, experiments and inquiry-based learning experiences that develop students’ scientific knowledge, skills and curiosity.
• Maintain contemporary knowledge of scientific developments, teaching resources, laboratory equipment and relevant technologies.
• Work collaboratively with Science colleagues to develop, implement and continually refine curriculum, course content, assessment and teaching practices.
• Conduct student assessments and provide constructive, timely feedback to support student progress and achievement.
• Promote scientific literacy, critical thinking, problem-solving and the application of scientific concepts to real‑world contexts.
• Ensure practical activities are conducted safely and in accordance with relevant laboratory procedures, risk management requirements and College policies.
• Participate in parent–teacher interviews and communicate student progress effectively with families.
• Contribute to co-curricular activities in accordance with College policies and requirements.
• Provide pastoral care and support to students as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Education or a related field, eligibility for TRBWA registration and the right to work in Australia.
• Strong understanding of the Australian Science Curriculum.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to engage, motivate and include students of varying abilities.
• Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
• Willingness to uphold the values of the College and contrubte to co-curricular activities.

Child Safety

PLC is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children. All applicants will be subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our recruitment process and prior to appointment.

Acknowledgement

PLC acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people as the traditional custodians of the land on which the College stands and pays respect to elders past and present.