Assistant Head of Science

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Full-time, ongoing role, to commence Term 1 2025

Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, secular school offering quality teaching from Early Learning to Year 12. Our unique bilingual program immerses students in a second language every day.

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

Our vibrant School is seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Head of Science for a full-time, ongoing role commencing from Term Experience in teaching Biology would be considered an advantage.

As Assistant Head of Department, you will have a clear and exciting vision for the teaching and learning of your subject area. You will be an exemplary role model of professionalism and positivity, communicating and modelling a vision of excellence in all that you do. You will support the Head of Department in fostering a love of Science, together with an informed appreciation of the vital role Science plays in our world. As an energetic and collaborative leader, you will assist in building the breadth and depth, quality and rigour of the Science programs, and of student outcomes, across the School.

As Assistant Head of Science, you will be an outstanding teacher and a systematic, purposeful leader, with a deep knowledge and understanding of NESA Science syllabuses, and considerable, successful experience in HSC courses. You will have the capacity to assist in building an academically, engaging and accessible teaching and learning program. You will manage your portfolio with creativity, innovation, diligence, fairness and efficiency. You will contribute to the intellectual and cultural life of our School. We are a child safe organisation and are committed to meeting Child Safe Standards and maintaining a child-safe environment.

To apply for this position, please visit our website,

Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School's culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position.

To apply please:

• address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.

Please provide:

• a succinct Cover Letter, 1 page, addressing the position requirements
• your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications
• the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer.

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

• your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth
• copies of related qualifications and training, which may need to be certified and/or translated
• NESA Accreditation number and details
• NESA Summary Statement
• as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.
• additional proof of identity may also be required

Closing Date: Wednesday, 27 August 2025 by 4pm

• Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
• Please note, the position may be filled prior to the closing date.
• Applications received after the closing date may not be accepted. IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionEducation and Science
• IndustriesPrimary and Secondary Education

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