John Paul College, Nicholls · Australian Capital Territory
Science Teacher
SecondarySecondary Teacher / Science
John Paul College in Nicholls, ACT, is seeking a permanent, full-time secondary Science Teacher. The role involves practical investigations, curriculum-aligned teaching and digital learning, starting in Term 4, 2026 or Term 1, 2027 by negotiation. Salary is $85,694–$141,638 plus superannuation, based on teaching experience; applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.
- Permanent full-time secondary Science position
- Term 4, 2026 or Term 1, 2027 start
- Salary based on years of teaching service
- ACT WWVP clearance and TQI registration required
Closes in 5 days
Applications close 4 Oct 2026.
Read the full listing and applyOpens Teachers On Net, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Teach science in a secondary school, using investigations, problem-solving and digital tools to build students’ understanding and critical thinking. This is a permanent, full-time position, starting in Term 4, 2026 or Term 1, 2027 by agreement, with a salary of $85,694 to $141,638 plus superannuation.
What they’re looking for
- Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
- ACT Teacher Quality Institute registration
- ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance
- Catholic education accreditation under relevant policy
- Practical science teaching and problem-solving activities
- Effective use of digital technologies and contemporary teaching methods
About the school
St John Paul II College is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school serving families in Canberra’s north. The school provides structured professional learning through the Catalyst programme, faculty-based staffrooms, increased explicit teaching time and staff wellbeing support.
How to apply
Submit a current resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria in the position description through the advertised application process. Direct role questions to the school contact and application questions to the Recruitment team; applications close on 4 October 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Year level
- Years 9–13
- Role
- Secondary Teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Science
- Listed
- 18 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Inspire the next generation of scientists. Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned learning through practical investigations, innovative teaching and digital technologies. Join a collaborative team committed to student success, inclusion and continuous improvement. Salary Range: $85,694 to $141,638 plus superannuation. S”
The school
- Address
- 1021 Gungahlin Drive, 40 Wimmera Street, Nicholls, ACT