Secondary Teacher (Science)

Elmo; Tweed Heads; Hybrid; AUD 940,000 - 941,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Out of School Care Facilities

Salary Packaging

Staff Social Events / Social Club

Free access to School gym

Exclusive FitnessPassport membership

StaffEd Professional Learning Program

First Aid Certification

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - no

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - no

Job summary

Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School invites applications from accomplished Science Teachers, specialising in Physics and/or Chemistry. You will bring pedagogical expertise, curriculum leadership, and a collaborative approach to shaping student learning and high-performance culture.

This fixed-term, full-time appointment commences in Term 1 2027. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within the NSW Independent Schools Teachers Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025

Qualifications

• Exceptional proficiency in teaching Science.
• Strong understanding of syllabus documents and assessment strategies.
• Ability to drive student improvement through high expectations and innovation.
• Embraces innovation and emerging techniques in education.
• Works collaboratively within a future-focused team.
• Leads or contributes to curriculum innovation with awareness of industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and innovative Science programs.
• Inspire students through contemporary and future-focused learning experiences.
• Demonstrate strong Science curriculum knowledge and contribute to teaching program development.
• Collaborate within a progressive team to achieve high-quality learning outcomes.
• Use data and reflective practice to support student growth and achievement.
• Promote an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers to enhance Science education.

Skills

Science teaching

Syllabus knowledge

Assessment strategies

Curriculum innovation

Collaboration

Student growth

Job description

Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a high quality, independent, Anglican, Co-educational P-12 school serving the southern Gold Coast, Tweed Coast and northern New South Wales regions.Located in the Tweed Heads district, ours is the most northern independent school in NSW. We have a close connection with the land, and yet are within easy reach of the Gold Coast and Brisbane.

As an Anglican Grammar School, our values of Compassion, Wisdom and Respect are at the heart of our school and form the foundations of our teaching and learning supported by our cultural values of Standards, Collaboration and Leadership.

Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is a Child Safe organisation. The School actively promotes the protection, safety and wellbeing of all students and requires all staff to be suitable and committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards. All staff employed by Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School are expected to undertake Child Protection training and hold a current NSW Working With Children Check clearance. Please see Working with Children Check (WWCC) for more information.

Benefits of Working at Lindisfarne

• Out of School Care Facilities
• Salary Packaging
• Staff Social Events / Social Club
• Free access to School gym
• Ability to access exclusive FitnessPassport membership
• StaffEd Professional Learning Program
• First Aid Certification
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free and confidential counselling

Job Description

Lindisfarne Anglican Grammar School is seeking applications from accomplished ScienceTeachers,specialising in Physics and/or Chemistry.

You will bring a wealth of pedagogical expertise, a proven track record in curriculum leadership, and a strong commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the development of our students and fostering a culture of high performance and professional growth.

This fixed-term, full-time role commences in Term 1 2027.

The salary will be commensurate with the successful applicant's skills, qualifications, and experience, based on the teaching salaries outlined in the Independent Schools NSW Teachers Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025 ($94,155-$133,009).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and innovative Scienceprograms.
• Inspire students through contemporary and future-focused learning experiences.
• Demonstrate strong Science curriculum knowledge and contribute to the ongoing development of teaching programs.
• Collaborate within a supportive and progressive team to achieve high-quality learning outcomes.
• Use data and reflective practice to support student growth and achievement.
• Promote an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers to strengthen understandingof and engagement with Scienceeducation.

Desired Skills and Experience

Required Skills

• Exceptional proficiency in teaching Science.
• Demonstrated understanding of syllabus documents, assessment strategies and evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrated ability to drive student improvement through high expectations and innovation.
• Embraces innovation and emerging techniques in education.
• Works collaboratively within a future-focused team.
• Leads or contributes to curriculum innovation with an awareness of industry trends and future learning pathways.

Selection Criteria

• Student-centred approach to teaching and learning.
• Ability to translate curriculum into engaging classroom practice.
• Skill in applying diverse teaching methodologies for varied learning styles.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and collaboration.
• Genuine commitment to the Anglican Identity and Christian Ethos of the School, demonstrating Compassion, Wisdom, and Respect in all interactions.

Please email [e-mail] if you have any questions.

Lindisfarne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment.