Oakhill College is an Independent Catholic Secondary School conducted in the Lasallian tradition, with an enrolment of 2,200 students, boys Years 7 to 10, co-educational in Years 11 and 12. Oakhill College is located in Castle Hill, NSW, and offers a wide range of subject choices and extra-curricular activities.
We value our people, so along with access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and paid parental leave, we offer a range of benefits to our employees. These include generous long service leave entitlements, flu vaccinations, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
The College is committed to innovative high-quality teaching and learning and offers excellent facilities and resources. Offering staff a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive team environment with an emphasis on community, academic excellence, pastoral care, and development.
Applications are invited from suitably experienced applicants for the following position.
Science Teacher
Temp Full-Time Position
(12-Month Parental Leave Cover - 2025 Academic Year)
Oakhill College seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated Science Teacher to join our passionate team of educators.
In the role of a Science Teacher, you be will responsible for fostering our students' passion for science by nurturing their inquisitive minds within the educational context of science.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the areas listed below:
Key duties and responsibilities:
• Delivering comprehensive Science education to students in Stages 4 - 6;
• Planning and implementing effective teaching and learning strategies;
• The ability to teach Chemistry and/or Physics is desirable but not essential;
• Assessing, providing feedback, and reporting on student learning;
• Developing teaching programs and assessments across all stages preferred but not essential;
• Working collaboratively in an Science Faculty;
• Ability to implement new syllabi;
• Creating and maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment;
• Using effective pedagogies, a range of differentiated approaches and a variety of stimulating and interactive
resources to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes;
• Effectively managing student behaviour and maintaining an educational environment that promotes learning.
The successful applicant will:
• Demonstrate a clear understanding and commitment to the Mission of the Catholic School;
• Adhere to the Colleges Safeguarding Standards and Child Protection policies and procedures;
• Teach with excellence, professionalism and commitment;
• Be supportive of the Lasallian ethos of the College;
• Be committed to professional growth and development of excellence;
• Be an experienced, innovative, and engaging team member;
• Have the ability to relate to both girls and boys, with practical knowledge of boys' educational issues and initiatives in the foundation years (Stages 4–6);
• Be committed to professional growth and development of excellence.
Please refer to the position description for further information.
How to Apply:
APPLICATION MUST BE MADE ON-LINE VIA THE COLLEGE WEBSITE
https://www.oakhill.nsw.edu.au/employment
To apply for the role, candidates need to submit a covering letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date curriculum vitae that clearly details their relevant skills and experience.
Oakhill College is committed to child safety and Safeguarding Standards and the health, safety and wellbeing of our students, staff, and school community. Rigorous checks will be conducted prior to confirmation of employment including; NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC), National Police Check, references, background, identity, work rights, COVID-19 vaccination, and statutory checks.
Vaccination against COVID-19 or a valid medical contraindication to COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of any offer of employment by Oakhill College. Vaccination means two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. A valid medical contraindication must be in accordance with ATAGI guidelines. Applicants are required to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status as part of their application for employment. Any offer of employment will be conditional on the applicant providing evidence of their vaccination status, which may be an immunisation history statement, COVID-19 digital certificate or approved medical contraindication certificate.
Applications close at 9:00am on Friday 22 November 2024
Please note: We will consider candidates as they apply and encourage early application. Interviews may commence prior to the closure date.
No recruitment agencies please.