Classroom Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation reimbursement up to AU$8,0

Relocation reimbursement up to AU$3,0

Rental subsidy up to AU$20,000

Recruitment bonus AU$20,000

Professional development program (CAT)

24 weeks paid parental leave

Mobility within Archdiocese

Job summary

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) invites applications for a Classroom Teacher at St Francis Xavier Primary in Lake Cargelligo, NSW. Salary ranges from AU$92,882 to AU$141,997 plus superannuation, determined by years of teaching service, with full-time permanent and temporary appointments available.

The role requires a Bachelor/Master of Teaching, WWCC, and NESA accreditation, and offers professional development and relocation support where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching is required.
• NSW WWCC is required.
• NSW ESA accreditation is required.
• Accreditation per CACGEL policy is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, purposeful lessons using approved curriculum resources.
• Create inclusive environments where students feel valued and motivated to achieve their best.
• Assess and provide regular, personalised feedback, tracking student progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families to build a strong support network around each student.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching

NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation

Accreditation per Work Teach and Lead CACGEL policy

Job description

Salary Range: $92,882 to 141,997 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Full-time | Permanent and Temporary appointments available | Temporary 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 inspires and supports students by delivering engaging, purposeful lessons using evidence-based strategies and approved curriculum resources. They create inclusive environments where students feel valued and motivated to achieve their best. Through regular assessment and personalised feedback, they guide each student's learning journey, carefully tracking progress and celebrating milestones along the way. By collaborating and communicating with colleagues and families, they help build a strong support network around each student. We are committed to your professional growth, offering ongoing development and accreditation opportunities to expand your expertise and keep you at the forefront of educational best practice, fostering a culture of excellence in teaching and learning.

There are currently two vacancies: one permanent position and one temporary position.

This appointment is temporary as it is to replace an employee who is on parental leave and the incumbent is entitled to return to work early in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.

Benefits and Opportunities Include

• Reimbursement of relocation expenses of up to $8,000 for non-local applicants (applicable to permanent appointment and for approved applicants)
• Reimbursement of relocation expenses of up to $3,000 for non-local applicants (applicable to temporary appointment and for approved applicants)
• Rental subsidy up to $20,000 (applicable to permanent appointment and for approved applicants)
• Recruitment bonus of $20,000 (applicable to permanent appointment and for approved applicants)
• 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, regardless of caregiver status.
• Support for professional development and study opportunities.
• Mobility with the option to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

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

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

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.

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries

Please contact Rachael Morris on 02 6898 1*** or via email **************@cg.catholic.edu.au

Application queries

Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5*** or via email ***********@cg.catholic.edu.au

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