Classroom Teacher

Sydney Catholic Schools; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration up to 145k

Salary packaging

Discount on school fees

Training opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Referral program

Other benefits

Job summary

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School Fairfield (part of Sydney Catholic Schools) seeks a Classroom Teacher to lead engaging, faith-based learning for diverse students sourced from the Fairfield community. The role is full-time, temporary for 2027, with a starting framework that aligns with NSWDoE standards and Catholic pedagogy.

The successful candidate will bring a strong commitment to student wellbeing, data-informed teaching, EAL/D strategies, and capability to differentiate

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach a K-6 curriculum with effective learning pedagogies.
• Experience with EAL/D students.
• Ability to analyse and use student data.
• Commitment to Catholic School mission and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching.
• Create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences.
• Cater for gifted and high performing students.
• Collaborate with staff to support student outcomes.

Skills

Classroom management

Data analysis

Inclusive teaching

Student wellbeing

Education

Tertiary qualification in Education

NESA accreditation

Religious Education qualifications

Job description

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School Fairfield

Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027
Application Closing Date: Friday, 6 November 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary for 2027

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School Fairfield, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.

Benefits include:

• competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and professional opportunities
• health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

Our Lady of the Rosary, Fairfield is a welcoming community where diversity is celebrated. We provide a vibrant learning environment with a curriculum that both supports and challenges. Students have many opportunities to participate in a variety of co-curricular activities. Passionate and hardworking teachers and learning support officers work tirelessly to ensure the learning needs of all students are met. When coupled with the strong relationship between parents and parish, Our Lady of the Rosary provides an excellent education for all students and an amazing place to work for all staff.

About You

As a Classroom Teacher, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:

• a knowledge of and commitment to the Mission of the Catholic School
• expertise in developing a K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies
• experience in working with EAL/D students
• strong classroom management and student well-being focus
• the ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences
• the ability to analyse and use student data
• experience in catering for gifted and high performing students
• a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation
• Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8*** (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

Click here to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.