<p>For over 170 years&nbsp;St Catherine’s staff have educated generations of young women who have gone on to make meaningful contributions to the world.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are committed to attracting, supporting and developing outstanding teachers and&nbsp;professional staff, who play a vital role in helping our students thrive both academically and personally.&nbsp;</p> <p>We value cultural diversity, and and take pride in the warm, inclusive and nurturing environment that defines our school, made possible by the dedication of our exceptional staff.</p> <p><strong>We are currently looking for an innovative Assistant Head of Science, with Senior Physics experience to join the St Cath's Science department from Term 2, 2026, as we think about the learning and preparation of our girls for the future and deliver high-quality instruction in a supportive and dynamic school environment.</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>The successful candidate will possess the following core competencies:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Positivity and a high level of emotional intelligence</li> <li>Ability to work autonomously and proactively but also as part of a team</li> <li>Skills in problem solving, giving and following guidance and direction</li> <li>Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, creative environment</li> <li>Maintaining loyalty, confidentiality and support for the school and students</li> <li>Willingness to actively support the Christian ethos of the school.</li> </ul> <p>We believe in creating a nurturing and supportive environment for our staff, with a wide range of programs and facilities to help foster both personal and professional growth:</p> <ul> <li>Teacher accreditation mentoring and support</li> <li>School-wide professional development program</li> <li>Salary packaging and novated leases</li> <li>Student tuition fee discounts</li> <li>Annual research scholarships for academic and professional staff</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free and confidential counselling</li> <li>Staff wellbeing program</li> <li>Complimentary annual influenza vaccinations</li> <li>Free access to school's aquatic and fitness centres</li> <li>Access to school's on-site café and deli</li> <li>Borrowing rights at our libraries for books, magazines and research resources</li> <li>Staff Association, with invitations to regular social and community events</li> </ul>