Classroom Teacher

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Lake Cargelligo; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $3,000

Paid parental leave

Professional development

Catalyst program

Curriculum resources

Wellbeing program

Job summary

St Francis Xavier School in Western New South Wales seeks a Classroom Teacher for a 12-month contract to support student learning and wellbeing. You will design learning programs, collaborate with colleagues and leaders, and uphold high professional standards.

The role is based in Lake Cargelligo, with the start date in Term One 2027, and offers salary range from $92,882 to $141,997 plus superannuation, with relocation assistance and extensive professional learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching.
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation.
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver effective learning programs, support student wellbeing, and maintain high professional standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to achieve whole-school priorities and goals.
• Temporary appointment to replace an employee on parental leave with entitlement to return to substantive position.

Skills

Classroom management

Staff collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching

Job description

Salary Range

$92,882 to 141,997 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.

Employment Status

Full-time | 12-month contract

Eligibility

Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date

Thursday, 4 February 2027 | Term One

About St Francis Xavier Primary

St Francis Xavier School is located in Western New South Wales and has served the community of Lake Cargelligo and surrounds for over 95 years. Our staff and students work, learn, and play on Wiradjuri land, along with First Nations peoples from Nyaampa and Barkenjii nations. Our community and industry combine agriculture and small business. The school is well‑resourced, delivering quality direct instruction programs in line with the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) Catalyst direction, with high expectations for student learning and improvement. A priority for our school is that students develop a strong sense of belonging with a focus on community. Our learning environments aim to develop independent and creative, life‑long learners, and our staff ensure that every student is known and valued. Professional development is strongly encouraged throughout the year for all staff members. High ratios of Classroom Support Assistants provide teachers and students with essential scaffolding and collaboration.

About The Role

The Classroom Teacher plays a key role in fostering a positive and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive. Working collaboratively with colleagues and school leadership, you will design and deliver effective learning programs, support student wellbeing, maintain high professional standards, and contribute to the achievement of whole‑school priorities and goals.

This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on parental leave. The incumbent is entitled to return earlier to their substantive position in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.

Benefits And Opportunities

• Reimbursement of relocation expenses of up to $3,000
• Located approximately 1.5 hours' drive from Griffith, for specialised medical centres, shopping malls, public transport, dining options, and recreational activities.
• Sport and recreation such as netball, rugby league and the gym. The attractive rural area offers great outdoor living. Start a hobby in water sports, fishing, walking and cycling.
• Access to Hospital, Doctors, Pharmacy, Supermarkets, Banking Facilities and a ServiceNSW shopfront.
• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications And Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.