About UsGeelong Grammar School is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff, and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, adventure, creativity, and academic rigour, and we value wisdom. About the role We invite applications from individuals seeking to contribute to a professional and aspirational environment that values success and supports ongoing learning and development. This is a fixed-term, full-time position for a VCE Chemistry Teacher (with VCE Environmental Science considered advantageous) for Semester 1, 2027, covering a period of parental leave. The role will commence in Term 1, 2027.Applicants must have a positive attitude, a proven record of excellence, and an ability to create an exciting learning environment.  Teachers at Geelong Grammar School are required to be actively involved in our pastoral care and co-curricular programmes.    All teaching staff at Geelong Grammar School play a significant role in enhancing the resiliency and well-being of students through the delivery of Positive Education, based on the principles of Positive Psychology. What you will be doing Teaching Years 7-12 Science and Chemistry, delivering high‑quality learning experiences for the duration of the contractFacilitating learning programs contributing to activities such as Urban Adventures and partnership‑based experiencesParticipating in co‑curricular activities supporting relevant programs across the SchoolEngaging in professional practice taking part in routine professional learning and reflective practiceCompleting administrative duties meeting organisational and supervisory requirements of the roleSupporting student wellbeing providing pastoral care and building positive relationshipsUndertaking other duties consistent with the responsibilities of the positionWhat we are looking for An experienced educational leader with a strong teaching background The ability to teach VCE Chemistry and general Science (Years 7-10), with Environmental Science considered advantageousPassionate about contemporary pedagogy and adolescent development Strong curriculum design and planning skills Demonstrated ability to build relationships with students, parents, staff and externals stakeholdersExcellent collaboration and teamwork skills, with the capacity to work across faculties and with external partners Strong organisational and planning skills, with excellent attention to detailHow to ApplyPlease submit a cover letter, CV, and a document addressing how you feel your background matches the key elements of the Success Profile. Applications close at 12:00pm on 29 July 2026Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse. The School’s Student Safeguarding Framework, which includes the Student Safeguarding Strategy, Student Safeguarding Policy and Student Safeguarding Code of Conduct, is available on the GGS website, under ‘Student Safeguarding’. The School expects that all staff members (and School Community members) comply with the Student Safeguarding Framework policies and procedures and the Child Safe Standards, as applicable to their role.  Any queries in respect of this Framework or the School’s expectations should be directed to safeguarding@ggs.vic.edu.au.    For further details or to apply for this position, please visit the Employment page on our website: www.ggs.vic.edu.au/employment.  Position Description AUD Corio 3214

Teacher | VCE Chemistry (Corio Campus)

About Us

Geelong Grammar School is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff, and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, adventure, creativity, and academic rigour, and we value wisdom. 

About the role 

We invite applications from individuals seeking to contribute to a professional and aspirational environment that values success and supports ongoing learning and development. This is a fixed-term, full-time position for a VCE Chemistry Teacher (with VCE Environmental Science considered advantageous) for Semester 1, 2027, covering a period of parental leave. The role will commence in Term 1, 2027.

Applicants must have a positive attitude, a proven record of excellence, and an ability to create an exciting learning environment.  Teachers at Geelong Grammar School are required to be actively involved in our pastoral care and co-curricular programmes.    

All teaching staff at Geelong Grammar School play a significant role in enhancing the resiliency and well-being of students through the delivery of Positive Education, based on the principles of Positive Psychology. 

What you will be doing 

  • Teaching Years 7-12 Science and Chemistry, delivering high‑quality learning experiences for the duration of the contract
  • Facilitating learning programs contributing to activities such as Urban Adventures and partnership‑based experiences
  • Participating in co‑curricular activities supporting relevant programs across the School
  • Engaging in professional practice taking part in routine professional learning and reflective practice
  • Completing administrative duties meeting organisational and supervisory requirements of the role
  • Supporting student wellbeing providing pastoral care and building positive relationships
  • Undertaking other duties consistent with the responsibilities of the position

What we are looking for 

  • An experienced educational leader with a strong teaching background 
  • The ability to teach VCE Chemistry and general Science (Years 7-10), with Environmental Science considered advantageous
  • Passionate about contemporary pedagogy and adolescent development 
  • Strong curriculum design and planning skills 
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships with students, parents, staff and externals stakeholders
  • Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills, with the capacity to work across faculties and with external partners 
  • Strong organisational and planning skills, with excellent attention to detail

            How to Apply

            Please submit a cover letter, CV, and a document addressing how you feel your background matches the key elements of the Success Profile. 

            Applications close at 12:00pm on 29 July 2026

            Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse. 

            The School’s Student Safeguarding Framework, which includes the Student Safeguarding Strategy, Student Safeguarding Policy and Student Safeguarding Code of Conduct, is available on the GGS website, under ‘Student Safeguarding’. The School expects that all staff members (and School Community members) comply with the Student Safeguarding Framework policies and procedures and the Child Safe Standards, as applicable to their role.  Any queries in respect of this Framework or the School’s expectations should be directed to safeguarding@ggs.vic.edu.au.    

            For further details or to apply for this position, please visit the Employment page on our website: www.ggs.vic.edu.au/employment.  

            • Posted Date 15 Jul 2026
            • Location Corio
              VIC / Australia
            • Industry Education & Training
            • Job Type
            • Salary Not provided