Classroom Teacher Science

Classroom Teacher - Secondary | MacKillop College, Bathurst

All-girls, Years 7-12

Permanent Full-time Position, 1.0 FTE

Commencing: 28 January 2027 

Salary ranging from $90,177 - 137,861 + Super

Access to wide range of company benefits such as Fitness Passport & Salary Packaging

About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Years 7-12 Science Teacher to become a valuable addition to our remarkable team at MacKillop College, Bathurst. The teacher in a Secondary Catholic school is someone who can collaboratively develop and implement quality teaching and learning programs relevant to the curriculum, while creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment for their students.

We are seeking a Science Teacher who understands and commits to supporting the mission and ethos of Catholic education within the school by:

• Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.

• Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assess and report student progress.

• Using inclusive teaching strategies and adopting practices for equitable education.

• Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.

• Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.

• Collaborating with school leadership, staff, and contributing to school life.

• Providing student supervision and assisting in organising extracurricular activities.

A copy of the position description can be found here. 

About You
We are looking for someone who can address the following selection criteria:

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.

• Experience in teaching Stage 6 Chemistry (Essential)

• Experience in teaching Stage 6 Physics (Preferred)

• Capacity to monitor and assess student learning data and to use this data to inform teaching for improved student learning.

• Demonstrate a commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and a capacity to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice in a professional learning team. 

• The desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation 

• The ability to develop positive relationships in the classroom based on mutual respect, patience and understanding

• Up to date knowledge of NESA and Australian Curriculum requirements for all stages in your KLA area
  
  

About Our Offer
Our teachers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst.  Some benefits include:

• Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development

• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture

• An organisation that is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development

• Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks

Click here to find out more about Bathurst, NSW.

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 10,000 students and 2,000 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the Central West and Orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

MacKillop College, named for Mary MacKillop who had strong ties with the area, is an all-girls’ Catholic Secondary School located in the beautiful country city of Bathurst. MacKillop College is highly regarded in the Bathurst community with a fine reputation for excellent standards as well as promoting happy and harmonious relationships.
MacKillop College is grounded in its Catholic values, drawing from the rich traditions of its founders, the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St Joseph. At MacKillop, we strongly believe in the effectiveness of girls’ education to empower young women to reach their personal, social and academic potential, and to challenge them to be the best version of themselves.

Click here to find out more about MacKillop College, Bathurst.

How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your teaching career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

• Contact details of appropriate referees

• All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 3 November 2026.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on (02) 6338 2200.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is committed to a culture where children are safe, supported and nurtured to grow and develop. 

The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is based upon the belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God, and that the inherent dignity of all should be recognised and fostered. 

We have systems, processes and policies in place that make up our safeguarding framework, the purpose of which is to protect the children and young people who attend our schools. 

CEDB is committed to the Child Safe Standards and working to continuously improve child safety  in our organisation with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community. 

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.