HIGH SCHOOL LIFE SCIENCES TEACHER

HIGH SCHOOL LIFE SCIENCES TEACHER

We are seeking an experienced, intellectually curious and deeply engaged Life Sciences teacher to join
our High School from January 2027. This is an opportunity for an educator who can make the living
world feel exactly that - alive: rigorous enough to stretch strong thinkers, accessible enough to bring
every student with them, and relevant enough to travel beyond the laboratory door.

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner, a thoughtful colleague and an
active contributor to the wider life of the school. They will combine strong FET and Grade 12 expertise
with confident practical work, skilful use of educational technology and a genuine commitment to the
academic, social and emotional development of young people.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach Life Sciences in the FET Phase (Grades 10-12), including effective preparation of Grade 12 student for the IEB final examination.
• Teach Natural Sciences in Grades 8-9, as required, helping to build curiosity, confidence and a strong departmental pipeline.
• Plan and facilitate safe, purposeful laboratory practicals, School-Based Assessment tasks and alternative scientific assessments.
• Use assessment evidence to differentiate learning - extending high-performing students while providing responsive support and tutorials where needed.
• Integrate educational technology meaningfully to deepen inquiry, collaboration, feedback and scientific understanding.
• Contribute actively to curriculum development, departmental collaboration and the continuous improvement of teaching and learning.
• Serve as a register or tutor teacher and contribute to the pastoral care of pupils.
• Participate fully in the school’s co-curricular programme through sport, cultural activities, clubs, societies or environmental initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor of Science degree, with a major in Biological Sciences, Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry or an equivalent field.
• A recognised professional teaching qualification: PGCE or BEd specialising in the FET Phase.
• Current SACE registration, or eligibility for registration.
• At least six years’ successful experience teaching Life Sciences, with substantial experience in Grades 10–12.
• A demonstrable record of preparing Grade 12 students successfully, supported by pass rates, quality results and distinction outcomes.
• Strong working knowledge of the IEB curriculum and Subject Assessment Guidelines.
• Experience designing and managing practical investigations, SBA tasks and varied forms of scientific assessment.
• The ability to teach mixed-ability classes with both high expectations and humane, responsive support.
• Confidence in the purposeful use of educational technology.

Highly advantageous: Experience as an IEB Grade 12 marker or moderator.

St Cyprian’s School is on a journey of Transformation and the successful incumbent will be expected to
contribute positively to the outcome of this journey.

Qualified, interested candidates are requested to apply via this link (click HERE!) by Friday, 4 September 2026.

Failure to meet the minimum requirements will result in disqualification. Only short-listed candidates will
be contacted for further discussions.

St Cyprian’s School is a proud, independent school committed to equity and belonging, embracing and
advancing diversity. We have a strong anchor that connects our Anglican tradition, values and heritage
and we are a place that welcomes all faiths. It is from this frame that we grow and hone purpose,
intellect, character, and agency in our students.