Subject Teacher

PART-TIME SCIENCE TEACHER (FTE 0.4)

FIXED-TERM CONTRACT TERM 4, 2026

St Patrick’s College invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified science teachers to join our professional and supportive team of expert educators.

St Patrick’s College is a Catholic day and boarding school for boys in Years 7 to 12, located in Ballarat. The College is beautifully resourced and widely recognised for its strong sense of community, exceptional staff and vibrant culture.

As a school in the Edmund Rice Tradition, our mission is inspired by the Touchstones of Liberating Education, Gospel Spirituality, Justice and Solidarity, and Inclusive Community.

At the heart of our vision is a commitment to educating hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world. This vision is grounded in the College’s four pillars: Faith, Tradition, Excellence and Joy.

As a staff member at St Patrick’s College, you will join a dynamic and supportive professional community that values collaboration, initiative and a commitment to the holistic development of each student; spiritually, academically and personally.

The successful applicant will:

• Be suitably qualified and a registered teacher

• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning

• Be willing to support and contribute to the Catholic ethos and life of the College

• Value collegiality and ongoing professional learning

Applications via our website close Sunday, 16 August 2026

St Patrick's College reserves the right to appoint to positions at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications.

Application Process:

Step 1: Application to be submitted

Applications must include:

• Cover letter outlining the following:
  • your interest in applying for the role
  • a broad outline of experience, and;
  • responses to the Key Selection Criteria of the role
• Resume which sets out relevant work and study experience

Step 2: Panel Interview

• St Patrick's College will select applicants who will progress to panel interview stage
• Panel interview will be held at St Patrick's College

Step 3: Reference Checking

• Following panel interview, preferred candidates will be referenced checked

Step 4: Appointment

• Interviewed applicants to be notified of outcome by phone and email

To discuss this role further, please contact Human Resources on 03 •••• •688 or ••••@stpats.vic.edu.au.

St Patrick’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The College holds the care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people as a central and fundamental responsibility.