Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 25 February 2027

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.

Palmerston Christian College

At Palmerston Christian College, Science provides students with opportunities to explore God’s creation, develop critical thinking and understand the world around them.

We are seeking a passionate Science Teacher to join our team for the 2027 school year. If you enjoy engaging students through practical learning, scientific discovery and real world problem solving, this is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in a Christ centred school community.

Adventure Awaits at Palmerston Christian College

About Palmerston Christian College

“At Palmerston Christian College, we encourage and support our staff to continue in their career 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 strong community culture. We would love for you to join our college and enjoy all it has to offer.”

As our Science Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons that encourage curiosity, scientific thinking and a deeper understanding of scientific concepts.



You will work with colleagues to support students’ academic progress and personal development.

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

- Six weeks of annual leave plus stand down, in accordance with applicable employment arrangements.
- 12% employer superannuation contribution.
- Long Service Leave pro rata after five years of continuous service.
- Fifteen days of personal leave annually.
- Up to 18 weeks of paid maternity leave for eligible employees.
- Professional development through in person conferences and online learning.
- The opportunity to study with the National Institute of Christian Education, funded by NT Christian Schools.
- Tuition discounts for children attending an NT Christian School.
- Financial and practical relocation assistance for eligible applicants.
- Opportunities for redeployment to regional or remote campuses, where applicable.
- Salary sacrificing options.
- BUPA Health Care corporate rates.
- Teacher salary range of $91,587–$136,997, subject to qualifications and experience.
- Sponsorship may be considered for eligible international applicants.

Affiliation: Christian
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

347 Students
30 TeachingStaff
22 Non-Teaching Staff

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