Head of Science

Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, and secular school offering quality teaching from Preschool to Year 12. Our unique multilingual language program immerses students in a second language every day.

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

We are seeking an outstanding candidate for the key role of Head of Science to commence in Term 1, 2027.

As Head of Department, you will bring a clear and inspiring vision for the teaching and learning of Science. You will model professionalism, positivity, and a vigorous and engaged commitment to excellence in all aspects of your work. Through your dynamic leadership, you will cultivate curiosity and critical thinking, highlighting the vital role of Science in understanding and shaping our world. As an energetic and collaborative leader experienced in quality assessment design, you will drive the development and delivery of Science programs that are broad, rigorous, and engaging, raising the quality of teaching, enhancing student outcomes across the School, and driving students’ high achievement. Through your professional networking and creative thinking, you will offer students rich and exciting experiences of real-world Science and academic research, highlighting pathways towards Science in higher education and industry.

This is a three-year tenure leadership position with an ongoing substantive teaching position at IGS. At the conclusion of the three-year term, the leadership appointment may be renewed, subject to the School's leadership appointment and review process.

We are a Child Safe organisation with strong practices that place the protection and rights of children as paramount.

Benefits

In return for your skills and experience you will:

• work in a large faculty of dynamic, growth-oriented and high performing science teachers
• participate in regular high-quality training and professional development days at the commencement of each school term
• enjoy a vibrant school community with various cultural events and language immersion opportunities.
• benefit from mentoring and support for career advancement within the faculty.
• enjoy opportunities for professional development and time dedicated to the preparation of engaging learning experiences
• experience and enjoy access to an incredible range of facilities, including the Bibliothèque and the School’s Kangaroo Valley Campus.
• have access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• have access to our Fitness Passport program
• enjoy discounted parking at Broadway shopping centre.

Application Details

To apply for this position, please visit our website, www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au

Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position

To apply please:

• address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.

Please provide:

• a succinct Cover Letter, 1 page, addressing the teaching position requirements
• your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications
• the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer.

Pre-Employment Checks

You will need to provide:

• your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth
• copies of related academic qualifications and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated
• proof of identity will be required
• as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.
• NESA Accreditation number and details
• NESA Summary Statement

Closing Date: Friday, 21 August 2026

• Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Please note the position may be filled prior to the closing date.
• Applications received after the closing date may not be accepted.
• IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.

International Grammar School

Ultimo, NSW

www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au
Principal: Shauna Colnan
Affiliation: None
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

1300 Students
130 Teaching Staff
37 Non-Teaching Staff

International Grammar School (IGS) is a vibrant, secular, coeducational school situated across five sites in Ultimo and Glebe. There are 1300 students from Preschool to Year 12 being educated in a unique bilingual environment.