Secondary Science Teacher - Adamstown

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Staff training and development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Job summary

Trinity Catholic College, Adamstown, is seeking a temporary part-time Secondary Science Teacher (0.4FTE, job share) for the 2027 school year. The college serves Years 7–12 in a Catholic, coeducational environment, delivering a mix of traditional and contemporary courses with a track record of strong student achievement.

Educators are expected to uphold Catholic ethos, plan compliant teaching programs, and use assessment data to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be a four-year trained teacher with current accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Must hold an active NESA accreditation.
• Must have a current paid NSW WWCC.
• Completion of anaphylaxis training is required.
• Completion of CPR training is required.

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle – Adamstown NSW

1d ago , from Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle

Trinity Catholic College, Adamstownis seeking a temporary part-time (0.4FTE job share, working Mondays and Thursdays)Secondary Science Teacherto join the team for the 2027 school year.

Trinity Catholic College, Adamstown, is a coeducational Catholic School serving students in Years 7 to 12. The community at Trinity College aims for excellence in all areas of study, providing a range of opportunities for all students to experience success.Trinity Catholic College has a proud history and an excellent reputation in the Newcastle region, priding itself on providing a space where the creativity, skill and talent of its teaching staff are appreciated, embraced and encouraged. The curriculum incorporates both traditional and contemporary courses; students regularly perform well above the state average in NAPLAN tests and continue to be high achievers in the Higher School Certificate.

Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.

• Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
• Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
• Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions you must also be Catholic
• Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes
• Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher
• Active NESA Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Completion of CPR training

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow

A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)

• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programs
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

Applications close: Wednesday 25th November 2026 at 11.59pm