Secondary Teacher to Hamilton

Catholic Schools Office Maitland to Newcastle

Hamilton, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Teaching to Secondary (Education & Training)

Casual/Vacation

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Hamilton

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Science & Biology Teacher to join the team for the remainder of the year.

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton, is a comprehensive, co-educational college catering to vibrant young adults across Years 7 to 12. We are committed to creating a contemporary space that caters to the diversity of its students. Teachers are focused on offering a holistic approach to education acknowledging the mind, body and spirit of students and the importance of each in their development of personal and social responsibility. 

The teaching community at St Francis Xavier’s College upholds the responsibility of shaping and encouraging young minds through a shared vision of high quality education, hands-on experiences and fruitful learning for all students. Each member of the teaching staff brings with them skills and expertise in their delivery of Stage 6 courses and the requirements of the Higher School Certificate and an understanding of the new Stages 4 and 5 curriculum, while also modelling faith in action by nurturing positive relationships between one another.

Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.

Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience

Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement

Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs

The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes.  The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Experience/Criteria

Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions you must also be Catholic

Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential

Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize assessment and relevant school data to optimise organizational and educational outcomes

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes

Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment

Qualifications: Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number

Completion of anaphylaxis training

Completion of CPR training

Conditions of Employment

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow

A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Training and staff development programs

Paid parental leave for eligible employees

Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

For Further Information

To apply, click on the apply button below and Please provide a cover letter along with your resume

Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications close: Wednesday 15th July 2026 at 11.59pm

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

Contact Greg Ptolemy, Principal on Tel: 0249612863 or via email: greg.ptolemy@mn.catholic.edu.au