Secondary Science Teacher

Christian School Jobs; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Paid parental leave

Flexible work opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Career and leadership development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Waverley Christian College in Narre Warren South is seeking a part-time Secondary Science Teacher (0.7–0.8 FTE) to join our campus for a 12-month parental leave replacement starting January 2027. The successful candidate will teach across Years 7–12 and VCE Biology, design engaging, inquiry-based lessons, and support students in their learning within a Christian education context.

You must be a qualified teacher with Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration, current First Aid and

Qualifications

• Must hold current VIT registration.
• Current First Aid and Anaphylaxis qualifications or be willing to obtain before commencement.
• Ability to teach Science across Years 7–12 and VCE Biology.
• Demonstrated commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging, inquiry-based Science lessons for Years 7–12, including VCE Biology.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and wellbeing.
• Participate in college programs and opportunities and contribute to school life.

Skills

VIT registration

First Aid

Anaphylaxis certificate

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to Christian education

Education

VIT registered teacher

Job description

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2026.

The Narre Warren South Campus is seeking a part-time (0.7-0.8 FTE) Secondary Science Teacher who brings both strong subject expertise and a genuine commitment to supporting students in their learning. In this role, you will design engaging, inquiry-based lessons that help students understand God's world and apply scientific thinking with confidence. The role commences in January 2027 and is a 12-month parental leave replacement until the end of Term 4, 2027.

You'll join a community of educators who care deeply about the formation of students and are learners themselves, committed to professional growth, collaborative practice, and the shared calling of preparing young people to live out their faith and learning for the sake of others.

The successful applicant must:

• Be a qualified teacher and hold a current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Have current First Aid qualifications and Anaphylaxis Certificate or be willing to obtain these prior to commencement.
• Be able to teach Science across Years 7 to 12 and VCE Biology.
• Be able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.
• Be willing to get involved in all aspects of the College's programs and opportunities.
• Have high level communication and interpersonal skills.

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with
• School aged children enrolled at WCC may be able to access free before and after school library supervision (time/space limits apply)

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College's Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

Waverley Christian College is committed to providing best practice support for graduate teachers and teachers who are new to Christian Education. Our Graduate Teacher Program includes time release, mentoring, equipping for Christian Education and a comprehensive induction program that will help to develop the skills and competencies needed to become an effective classroom practitioner.

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Quoting job number: 2026055

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.