Assistant Head of Science

Kambala · Rose Bay, NSW

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

Science

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Early childhood

Salary range

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Closing date

15 September 2026

11 days remaining
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About Kambala

Year range

K-12

School staff (FTE)

192.4

110.7 teaching · 81.7 non-teaching

Students per teacher

8.9:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

986

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

33%

Girls vs boys

986 girls · boys

100%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

Since 1887, Kambala has played a pivotal role in shaping the lives of girls, from their earliest years to their final exams and well beyond.  A consistently high-performing school that offers both HSC and International Baccalaureate pathways, we are fiercely proud to be at the forefront of girls-only education, leveraging both local and global partnerships to provide unparalleled opportunities to our students.

We are specialists in uplifting young women: every aspect of our teaching and learning is tailored for them, and every program for wellbeing, health development, leadership and learning caters to their specific needs.

Our purpose is to instill unwavering courage and curiosity to educate young women of ambition, integrity and consequence.  To us, every student is remarkable in the making.

The role:

Applications are invited from appropriately qualified Science Teachers for the following position.

  • Assistant Head of Science (Chem or Bio specialist).
  • Permanent Full Time, commencing Term 1 2027.
  • Initial 3-year leadership appointment.
  • Level 1 leadership allowance.

The ideal candidate:

  • NESA-accredited to teach in NSW.
  • Extensive Stage 6 experience in either Chemistry or Biology.
  • Exposure to faculty leadership highly regarded.
  • Outstanding attention to detail, time management, record-keeping, and organisational skills.
  • Open-minded and forward-thinking in pedagogical and pastoral practice.
  • A confident and communicative team player who makes a positive contribution to the life and culture of Kambala.

We offer:

  • Competitive, above-agreement rates of pay.
  • A beautiful harbourside locatio…

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