Job Description

Location: Middle Swan
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Founded in 1983, Swan Christian College is a co-educationalChristian school in Swan Valley, educating around 1,600 studentsfrom Kindergarten to Year 12. The College focuses on developingcharacter and academic excellence with Christ-centred educationthat nurtures the spiritual, academic, emotional, and social growthof every student.

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Swan Christian College is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Biology Teacher to join our SecondarySchool teaching team. This is a full-timeposition commencing 1 January 2027 and isa fixed-term cover for the full year.

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This is not just a role, it's a sacred opportunity to inspire curiosity, critical-thinking, and academic excellence in young people. You will teach with purpose and conviction, sowing seeds of faith and learning that will shape lives for eternity.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Deliver engaging, student-centred lessons using diverseteaching strategies that support individual learningneeds.
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- Differentiate learning through targeted remediation andextension opportunities to maximise student success.
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- Track, monitor and report on student progress, maintainingaccurate records and communicating effectively with parents andstaff.
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- Support students to develop strong organisational, studyand learning skills for academic growth.
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- Provide pastoral care as required and promote thespiritual, emotional, social and academic wellbeing ofstudents.
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- Contribute actively to College life, upholding Christianvalues, participating in events and fulfilling co-curricularand operational responsibilities.
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Selection Criteria

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Essential Criteria

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- Demonstrates a personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christand is an active member of a Christian Church, living inaccordance with the Association's Statement of Faith andEducational Objectives.
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- Build and maintain positive relationships with families,College staff and key stakeholders.
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- Communicate confidently and professionally, demonstratingoutstanding interpersonal skills.
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- Manage competing priorities effectively, staying organisedand responsive in a fast-paced setting.
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- Show initiative, solve problems proactively and make sounddecisions while working collaboratively and followingdirection.
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- Holds a current Working with Children Check and valid TRBWAregistration or willingness to apply for one.
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Desirable Criteria

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- Familiarity with a variety of teaching and learningstrategies to appropriately meet students' needs and courseobjectives.
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- Strategies used to communicate effectively with adults andstudents.
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- Experience with a variety of suitable formative andsummative assessment strategies with students.
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What We Offer

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- A purpose-filled teaching role in a vibrant, faith-alignedschool community.
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- Competitive salary packaging, professional development, andstaff support structures.
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- A collaborative, prayerful and supportive Christian workculture.
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For confidential enquiries, please contact Valary Marwangaon (08) 9374 8300 or email [email protected]

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About SCEA

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Swan Christian Education Association (SCEA) is a not-for-profitnetwork of seven schools across Perth. With over 900 staff and 5000students, SCEA is united in its mission:
n "We value and empower every student to become all Godcreated them to be."

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Attachments

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- FTE History for Teachers.pdf
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- Secondary Biology Teacher SWS - Info Pack v2.pdf
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📌 Secondary Biology Teacher (Western Australia)
🏢 Swan Christian Education Association
📍 Western Australia