Teacher - Chemistry

About the Role
We are seeking an outstanding and enthusiastic Chemistry Teacher to join our highly successful Science Faculty. Committed to inspiring academic excellence, this position provides an opportunity for a creative and highly talented educator to teach Chemistry classes through to Year 12. The successful candidate will demonstrate deep subject knowledge and passion for Chemistry, and a clear commitment to educating and inspiring boys in this discipline. They will possess the ability to create learning environments that support student engagement and achievement, and the highest standards in the delivery of our Chemistry program. A commitment to collaboration, reflective practice and professional growth and our co-curricular program are also key components of the role.
Key details:

• Full time, permanent teaching position
• Commence in January 2027
• Join outstanding Chemistry team in world-class teaching and learning facility

About You
The successful applicant will have:

• Values of respect, responsibility and reverence
• Commitment to excellence and best practice in teaching and learning
• Outstanding communication and relationship skills, marked by integrity and compassion
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship skills, with the ability to engage with students, families, colleagues and the wider community
• Mastery of subject knowledge and the ability to deliver a world-class curriculum
• Ability to relate to children and young people
• Well-developed IT skills, with knowledge of the MS Office suite
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality, trust and integrity
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience
• Relevant qualifications and/or training in child safety and wellbeing
• Current VIT registration

 
About Us
We are a leader of boys’ education in Australia, renowned for exceptional teaching and learning and our commitment to educating boys to become good men. Our boys are engaged in a breadth of academic and co-curricular opportunities, enabling them to discover their purpose and passion and enlightening them to shape a better future.
We value our staff as fundamental to the success of this mission, investing in them to inspire excellence in our boys.
Key benefits:

• Extensive resources and facilities
• Opportunities for enriching professional and personal development, including travel
• Vibrant, collegial community of like-minded professionals
• Generous leave entitlements and salary package options
• Comprehensive staff wellness program, including gym and swimming pool access, yoga sessions, interest groups and an extensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Easy access via public transport and onsite parking

About Applying
For a copy of the position description, please copy the following link into your browser: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xduPP-46eGQSvg6v6ID7KkG_ZRVvj8e3/view?usp=sharing

Applications should be addressed to the Director of People and Culture, and include:

• cover letter
• CV
• details of at least 3 professional referees

  
Applications will be accepted via our website only.
  
Closing date: Friday 4 September 2026 (5pm)

Scotch College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Support of the College’s Christian heritage is an expectation of all staff.

Scotch College is committed to the protection of all children and young people from all forms of abuse. All staff are required to provide referee, proof of identity and academic qualifications checks prior to employment. Adherence to the College’s child-safety practices, Code of Conduct and completion of regular child safe and other related training is mandatory for continued employment.