Secondary Science Teacher - Medowie

Work Initiatives; Maitland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Training and staff development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave after five years

Job summary

Catherine McAuley Catholic College in Medowie, NSW seeks a Permanent full-time Secondary Science Teacher to deliver Biology or Chemistry in Stage 6 from 2027. The role emphasizes Catholic education, evidence-based pedagogy, and digital learning, with WWCC, CPR, and anaphylaxis training necessary.

Applicants are expected to align with NSW/ACT Catholic Systemic Enterprise Agreement 2025. Located in the Port Stephens region, the college offers a community-focused environment and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Clear understanding of Catholic Education and actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school.
• Ability to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in nominated areas to meet diverse learners.
• Effective use of assessment and relevant school data to optimise educational outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community to achieve educational outcomes.
• Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports continuous improvement within the school.

Responsibilities

• Teach Biology or Chemistry in Stage 6 and promote a high standard of student learning.
• Promote the school as a place of learning and excellence aligned with Catholic values.
• Differentiate learning to meet individual needs and design effective assessment practices and teaching programs.
• Work with staff and the wider community to build productive partnerships and outcomes.

Skills

Catholic education commitment

Teaching program planning

Assessment data usage

Collaborative teamwork

Innovative mindset

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Catherine McAuley Catholic College, Medowie is seeking a Permanent full - time Secondary Science Teacher with the capacity to teach Biology OR Chemistry in Stage 6, to join the team in the 2027 school year.

In 2025 Catherine McAuley Catholic College moved into its final phase as a Years 7 to 12 Catholic learning community. The College is committed to empowering confident, agile and reflective learners and educators co-create learning environments where faith, purpose, fulfilment and joy are experienced by all. The College is in the beautiful Port Stephens region and can provide the ideal coastal or semi-rural lifestyle for those considering a sea change. Medowie is only 34km from the Newcastle CBD and within an hour to the stunning Hunter Valley area.

The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

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

• 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

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: Wednesday28 October 2026at 11.59pm

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.