Science Teacher - Senior School

Comcare (Australian Government); Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaries above award

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Education awards: 2022 Boarding School

Education awards: 2023 Regional School

Job summary

Haileybury Rendall School in Darwin is seeking an innovative Science Teacher to join our Science Team. The role begins in October 2026 and focuses on delivering Science education to students across the Middle School cohort, with engagement for diverse learning needs.

The school emphasises high standards, inclusive practice, and a broad curriculum including explicit instruction and a senior VCE pathway. You will contribute to a safe, supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Innovative and passionate Science teacher
• Ability to engage with students of varying needs
• Experience teaching science across middle and senior levels

Responsibilities

• Teach Science to the Middle School cohort and engage with students of varying needs
• Contribute to the delivery of a curriculum spanning junior to senior years, including VCE pathways

Job description

Science Teacher - Senior School - Vacancy Details

Synopsis:

Science Teacher

An opportunity exists for an innovative and passionate Science teacher to join our Science Team at Haileybury Rendall School in Darwin. Starting in October 2026, you will be dedicated and enthusiastic teaching Science to our Middle School cohort and be able to engage with students of varying needs.

All staff at Haileybury Rendall School work together to fulfil the School’s mission: to develop high-achieving students who are connected globally, to each other and to the communities in which they live and will serve. Haileybury Rendall School offers a flexible, diverse and inclusive workforce. We’re focused on embracing change and celebrating and nurturing our people.

The Haileybury Rendall School program provides an exciting and enriching curriculum for all students. It builds resilient and independent learners with skills in creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking.

Our teaching approach is tailored to suit all year levels. We develop core literacy and numeracy skills through explicit instruction in the junior years, while in the middle years we move to a combination of explicit instruction and student-centred learning. As students enter their senior years, they begin a three-year VCE program coupled with a range of subjects to suit all interests and abilities.

Health and wellbeing

Haileybury Rendall School provides a safe and supportive learning environment where students are given the opportunity to achieve their full potential, in every aspect of their school life.

Education excellence

Education excellence are at the heart of our culture and national rankings consistently rate Haileybury as one of Australia’s leading independent schools with 20% of our students achieving ATARs above 95.

Extra and Co-Curricular

We are committed to supporting Co-Curricular programs with a range of Extra-Curricular activities covering sport, music, performances, competitions and community initiatives.

Modern facilities

Students have access to a range of academic and sporting facilities including basketball courts, recreational ovals, a swimming pool and a gym.

Ultimately, students leave Haileybury Rendall School prepared for the challenges that lie ahead, with a love for learning and with the life skills essential for success.

Haileybury Rendall School is committed to a Child Safe school environment and we have extensive recruitment and screening processes in place. All interested applicants are encouraged to read and familiarise themselves with Haileybury Rendall School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Haileybury Rendall School website (https://www.haileyburyrendall.com.au/policies ).

Haileybury Rendall School is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families. Haileybury Rendall School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children, including those under the care and supervision of the School. The School recognises the importance of, and its responsibility for, ensuring a safe and supportive environment which respects the rights of children and fosters their enrichment and wellbeing.

Benefits of joining Haileybury Rendall School:

• Salaries and packages at above-award level
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 2022 Australian Education Awards Winner – Boarding School of the Year.
• 2023 Australian Education Awards Winner – Regional School of the Year.

For further insights into the experience and benefits of working at Haileybury Rendall School , please visit the Employment page on the Haileybury Rendall School website (https://www.haileyburyrendall.com.au ) and refer to "Careers".

Haileybury Rendall School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

You must have the legal right to live and work in Australia.

Applications close on 27th September 2026 at midnight. Please note we will be screening applications and scheduling interviews as applications are received; therefore, the role may be filled prior to the closing date.