Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 28 October 2026

Are you passionate about Science and eager to spark curiosity in young minds? Ready to inspire students to investigate, question, discover and engage with the world around them? Bring your passion for education to a Christ-centred school community and Teach, Live, Play and Serve in the Northern Territory with NT Christian Schools.

Science Teacher – 2027 Expression of Interest

Expressions of Interest Now Open! Palmerston Christian College is seeking a Science Teacher for the 2027 school year . There has never been a better time to apply your knowledge, experience and passion for education within a purpose-driven, faith-based organisation. Don’t miss this opportunity to inspire curiosity and help shape the future generation in the Territory with NT Christian Schools.

About this role – Science Teacher, 2027

“At Palmerston Christian College, we encourage and support our staff to continue in their professional development and grow in all areas of their careers. We partner with parents to provide Christ centred, intentional pastoral care, focused academic growth, we develop future leaders and build solid community culture. We would love for you to join our college and enjoy all it has to offer.” — Sonya Melhop, Principal, Palmerston Christian College

Palmerston Christian College

NT Christian Schools exists to advance the Christian religion through the provision of education and religious instruction.



For the purposes of upholding the Christian ethos of our schools, it is a genuine occupational qualification of this role that applicants be able to teach religious education, lead, and otherwise assist in, religious practices and observances and personally adhere to, uphold, and authentically model the religious beliefs of NT Christian Schools.

What we offer (pro-rata per appointment)

- Six (6) weeks annual leave + stand-down.
- 12% employer super contribution.
- Long Service Leave pro-rata after five (5) years of continuous service.
- Fifteen (15) days per year of personal leave annually.
- Up to eight (8) weeks paid maternity leave for eligible employees in addition to government.
- Continued professional development through in-person conferences and online e-learning.
- Opportunity to study with the National Institute of Christian Education, paid by NT Christian Schools.
- Tuition discounts for your children if they attend an NT Christian School.
- Financial and practical assistance to relocate to the Territory.
- Eligibility to be redeployed to another one of our regional or remote campuses.
- Salary sacrificing.
- Access to counselling assistance through the employee wellbeing program.
- BUPA Health Care corporate rates.
- Salary between $91,587 – $136,997 .
- Sponsorship may be considered for international applicants.

Affiliation: Christian
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

347 Students
30 TeachingStaff
22 Non-Teaching Staff

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📌 2027 Science Teacher (Palmerston City)
🏢 NT Christian Schools
📍 Palmerston City