Queenwood

Queenwood is an independent, K-12 girls’ school committed to a liberal education – an education that embraces both the humanities and the sciences, reflected in the rich breadth of our curriculum and cocurricular programs. We encourage our students to explore boldly, question deeply, and engage meaningfully with the world around them. Through this journey, they grow the character, mindset, and capabilities needed to thrive, lead, and make a positive impact in a world that is ever-changing and complex.

Position Available

Queenwood is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior School Teacher of Science (Biology). The successful candidate will have experience teaching HSC and/or IB Biology. Experience teaching IB Environmental Systems and Societies and/or HSC Earth and Environmental Science will be highly regarded. The role requires a solid understanding of curriculum, a commitment to intellectual rigour, excellent ICT capability, and a collaborative approach to teaching and learning. The successful applicant will be passionate about extending and enriching students' learning and contributing to a dynamic and supportive faculty.

This is a permanent position commencing in Term 1, 2027, with a teaching load of 0.6FTE to 1.0FTE. The final teaching load will be negotiable for the preferred candidate, based on the needs of the school.

A full position description will be available on the Queenwood website: Queenwood - Employment

Applications

Applications will close 9am, Wednesday, 14 October 2026. Please note that interviews may be scheduled at any time during the recruitment process.



Queenwood reserves the right to close applications and/or withdraw the advertisement at any stage should a suitable candidate be identified.

The successful applicant must be legally permitted to work in Australia, hold a valid working with children clearance and be accredited with NESA to teach in NSW.

Please email applications and/or send enquiries to: [email protected]

Applications not emailed to this address may not be considered.

Applications should include:

- Queenwood Teaching Staff Application Form (found on Q website: Queenwood - Employment)

- Resume & cover letter addressing the criteria / position requirements

- WWC & NESA number

- Your email address

- Names and phone numbers of three confidential referees

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing

Queenwood is dedicated to creating a safe and child-friendly environment for all children and young people in our care. We emphasise a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and harm, prioritising the best interests of students and their safety. The School is fully committed to complying with child protection laws and regulations, and we aim to foster a child-safe culture. Every member of the school community is responsible for ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all students, with a focus on keeping students' safety paramount in all their actions and decisions.

Please note that as part of our recruitment process, all prospective candidates are subject to rigorous background, qualification and employment checks, including the verification of references.

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