Secondary teacher of Physics and Science

Good Shepherd Lutheran College – Noosaville QLD

Applicants are invited from secondary Science teachers to cover a period of long-service leave in Term 1, 2027. This particular role has a timetable consisting of senior Physics and Middle Years Science. A part-time arrangement may be possible if that is preferable for the successful candidate.

Applications are encouraged from teachers with experience in delivering the QCE senior syllabus for Physics (General) as well as Middle Years Science. The position is due to commence on the 20th of January until the 25th of March, 2027.

Vision Statement

We are a Christ-centred learning community inspiring people of purpose, character, and service.

About us

Positive Shepherd is a co-educational Prep to Year 12 Lutheran College that serves the families of the breathtakingly beautiful Noosa district on the Sunshine Coast. Centrally located 130kms from the Brisbane CBD, Good Shepherd Lutheran College is situated on a 9.5hectare campus. The College has a total enrolment of approximately1100 students. Our College is part of the ministry of The Lutheran Church in Queensland and has strong ties to the Noosa Lutheran Parish. Good Shepherd has built a recognised record of both academic success and Christian care.

A Partnership

Our success at Good Shepherd can be attributed to our students, their parents or care givers and our team of talented and dedicated teaching and non-teaching staff all working to support the individual academic and welfare needs of each student. In our holistic approach to students we value equity, diversity, individuality and multiculturalism. We strive to inspire and enable our young people to make a positive contribution to their community.

Our Curriculum

Our curriculum provides a broad range of subjects and promotes innovation and excellence in teaching, learning and pastoral care.
Good Shepherd has a Junior, Middle and Senior Years organisation reflective of student needs at a particular age.



Students benefit from comprehensive contemporary P-12 learning programs that are developmentally linked for smooth transition across each stage of schooling.

Commitment to our Staff

At Good Shepherd Lutheran College we believe it essential to invest in the knowledge, skills and well being of our staff and so make time for regular professional development. We genuinely encourage and enjoy the sense of community that exists amongst the employees of the College

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Selection Criteria

Commitment to Christian Education and support of college ethos.

Demonstrated subject specific expertise and teaching experience in Years 6-12.

An understanding of the particular needs of students and demonstrated skillsin meeting these needs in the context of the classroom and in pastoral care.

Demonstrated skills in and understanding of the development and implementation of units of work,including the use of documented planning and assessment procedures to ensure high standards of learning occur.

Demonstrated personal and interpersonal skills that strengthen effectivepartnerships with parents and staff.

For Reference - Years 6-12 Teaching Position Role Description

Statement of Commitment- Child and Cultural Safety

The Lutheran Education Queensland system of Lutheran schools, colleges and early childhood education and care services in Queensland (LEQ) is committed to providing environments where children and students are safe, supported, and able to thrive.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse, harm, neglect, or exploitation in any form.



The safety and wellbeing of children and students is our highest priority and the paramount consideration in all decision‑making involving children and students.

We recognise that safeguarding children and students requires deliberate, consistent action. This includes maintaining strong systems, building capability across our workforce, and ensuring that concerns are taken seriously and acted upon without delay.

We are committed to:

acting with the safety, wellbeing and best interests of children and students as the paramount consideration at all times

exceeding the 10 Child Safe Standards in every part and activity of our organisation

creating culturally secure environments that are free of racism and discrimination, and upholding the right to cultural safety of all children, and especially those who are Aboriginal persons or Torres Strait Island persons (the universal principle)

creating and maintaining environments that prevent harm and reduce risk through strong governance, supervision and safe practices

listening to, respecting, and taking seriously the voices of children and students

responding promptly and appropriately to concerns, disclosures, or allegations, including through fair and child‑centred processes

complying with all legislative and regulatory child safety obligations, including mandatory reporting and the Reportable Conduct Scheme

This commitment will be communicated to children, students, families and staff, and LEQ will maintain accessible pathways for raising concerns.

We are committed to the regular training and educating our workers (including staff, volunteers, contractors, and leaders) on child and cultural safety.

We do not tolerate child abuse or harm, racism or discrimination. We will take the steps necessary in line with our policies, procedures, risk management practices and codes of conduct to ensure that we maintain child and culturally safe environments.

All workers (including staff, volunteers, contractors, and leaders) share responsibility for child safety and wellbeing, and are expected to uphold this commitment in their roles.

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📌 Secondary teacher of Physics and Science (Noosa Heads)
🏢 Good Shepherd Lutheran College
📍 Noosa Heads