Science Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Start date: 19 Jan 2027
Posted 1 Oct 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Penrith Christian School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
95
60.8 teaching · 34.2 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
744
Indigenous students
3%
Language other than English
27%
Girls vs boys
366 girls · 378 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Penrith Christian School is a growing co-educational, independent Christian school for students from Early Learning to Year 12. We are a well-established and vibrant community for over 800 students located in Orchard Hills, adjacent to the M4 motorway. Early Learning Centre, free OOSH care and generous staff children tuition discounts.
We are seeking a suitably qualified and collaborative candidate for this full-time position to join our dedicated Science team. The successful candidates will share our commitment to nurturing the academic, social, emotional, spiritual, and pastoral wellbeing of every student, informed by a Biblical worldview and aligned with our framework.
The Role
In this role, you will:
- Design and deliver engaging, inclusive, and differentiated learning experiences that respond to the needs of students.
- Foster a safe and supportive learning environment through proactive classroom practices, effective behaviour support, and a genuine commitment to student wellbeing and pastoral care.
- Demonstrate strong organisational and administrative capability.
- Apply your expertise and deep understanding of how students learn to maximise engagement, deepen understanding, and promote growth and achievement for every learner.
- Model creativity, initiative, reflective practice, and a commitment to ongoing professional growth.
- Provide regular, meaningful, and timely communication and feedback.
- Contribute actively to the pastoral care of students, supporting their spiritual formation, character development, and sense of belonging within the school community.