<p><strong>St Brigid's Catholic College, Lake Munmorah</strong> is seeking a passionate and dedicated <strong>Classroom Teacher - Science</strong> to join our supportive and vibrant school community. This is a <strong>permanent full-time teaching opportunity</strong>, commencing <strong>on Term 1, 2027</strong>.</p> <p><br><strong>Why join us at Catholic Schools Broken Bay?</strong>&nbsp;<br><br> We value our teachers and school leaders so they can best support every student to learn and flourish in a culture of safety and care. This is why we have taken the initiative to get ahead of the market and offer the following unique package of benefits to our staff:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Higher pay:&nbsp;</strong>Our four-year CSBB Enterprise Agreement provides salaries which are currently around 2%&nbsp;<strong>above</strong>&nbsp;the NSW Department of Education. Our EA is also underpinned by a guarantee our rates will be at least 1.5% above the NSW Department of Education into the future</li> <li><strong>More time:&nbsp;</strong>We provide every primary and secondary classroom teacher with Collaborative Coaching / Planning Time, in addition to the usual release from face-to-face. We have also introduced additional Staff Development Days focused on curriculum reform, as well as separate arrangements for teacher directed time throughout the year</li> <li><strong>Staff voice:</strong>&nbsp;Our Enterprise Agreement reflects our deep commitment to having systems in place which give our frontline staff a genuine voice in their work</li> <li><strong>Staff School Fee Discounts:&nbsp;</strong>Eligible staff receive a 25% discount on their children's school fees at our schools, pro-rated to their FTE</li> <li><strong>Wellbeing Support:</strong>&nbsp;we provide a robust wellbeing program to ensure our staff thrive and grow.</li> <li><strong>Middle Leaders Program</strong>: we have a comprehensive program to develop leadership capacity, including for aspiring leaders of tomorrow</li> <li><strong>Teachers</strong>&nbsp;<strong>Overnight Allowance for Camps and Excursions</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Specific Criteria</strong></p> <p><i><strong>At St Brigid's, we are committed to contemporary teaching and learning in a technology-rich environment. We teach in teams in open-plan learning spaces, using an inquiry-based approach.</strong></i></p> <ul> <li>Highly effective, skilled classroom practitioner committed to the ethos of the Catholic School</li> <li>Highly effective teacher with a demonstrated capacity to inspire academic excellence and student engagement in science.</li> <li><strong>Ability to teach Science across Years 7-12, with expertise in Physics&nbsp;</strong></li> <li>Ability to teach Mathematics or Agricultural Technology is desirable; however, applicants without this experience are encouraged to apply.</li> <li>Proven ability to apply sound pedagogical practices and student data to improve learning growth and achievement.</li> <li>Skilled in creating inclusive, safe and supportive learning environments that promote wellbeing and high expectations.</li> <li>Strong collaborative skills, with the capacity to contribute to professional learning teams and whole-school improvement initiatives.</li> <li>Effective use of digital technologies to enhance teaching, learning and assessment.</li> <li>Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the College.</li> <li>Demonstrated commitment to child safety and the safeguarding of young people.</li> <li> <p>Applicants who are not currently working in a Broken Bay systemic school must have a 4 year training qualification or be enrolled to undertake further study that will provide them with a four year trained qualification to be eligible to apply for any teaching position in the Diocese.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></li> </ul> <p><strong>About Us</strong><br><br> We are Catholic Schools Broken Bay, a vibrant and enriching learning environment that spans the Central Coast, Sydney's Northern Beaches and the North Shore. Students are engaged, empowered and inspired to become their best selves. Our 43 schools all promote faith, learning and wellbeing in the pursuit of our system wide Strategy,&nbsp;<i>Shaping Tomorrow: Together in Faith</i>. We invite parents, caregivers, and students to discover a Catholic education delivered with care and compassion, available through our Kindergarten to Year 12 pathways.<br><br><strong>How do I apply?</strong><br><br> Applications should include:</p> <ul> <li>A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing why you are interested in the role and addressing each of the specific criteria listed above; and</li> <li>A current resume</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Closing Date: COB, 26 November 2026.</strong></p> <p>Agencies, please note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position.<br><br><i>At Catholic Schools Broken Bay, child safety is paramount. Our commitment is for our school communities to be spaces where every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to grow and flourish. We actively seek individuals who recognise and are willing to commit to safeguarding as a shared responsibility.</i></p>