Chemistry Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Science
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
16 October 2026
Posted 18 Sep 2026
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Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
256
164 teaching · 92 non-teaching
Students per teacher
7.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,182
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
17%
Girls vs boys
1,182 girls · boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Ascham is one of the world’s leading girls’ schools, and since its foundation in 1886 has educated girls who develop into confident, independent, compassionate young women. Ascham is an inclusive, day and boarding school for students in years P-12, within a warm, welcoming and collaborative environment. We value staff who demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the school. We look for energetic, dedicated and capable staff who are full of ideas; embrace a fast-paced environment; and demonstrate initiative, empathy and professionalism to help the school achieve its strategic objectives.
About this Role
At Ascham, teachers are responsible for the intellectual development and wellbeing of their students. They develop and deliver academic programs through the Dalton Plan, while also having a form class where they monitor the wellbeing of their students.
We are currently seeking a permanent full-time Chemistry Teacher starting in Term 1, 2027.
If you have a love of Science; and are keen teach in your own laboratory; join a diverse team of accomplished and experienced Science teachers in the fields of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and STEM; work with them collaboratively and see your strong subject knowledge valued, we’d love to hear from you!
What You Will Do
- Teach Science and Chemistry to girls in Years 7 to 12 according to the School’s Dalton Principles of Responsibility, Independence, Collaboration and Reflection
- Create a stimulating classroom environment where students can flourish
- Use formative and summative as…