Classroom Teacher

Mater Dei Catholic Primary School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

25% discount on school fees

Ongoing training and professionalOpprt

Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g.

Fitness Passport

Employee Referral Program

Other rewards and benefits

Job summary

Mater Dei Catholic Primary School Blakehurst is seeking a Classroom Teacher to inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You will develop a strong K-6 curriculum, apply effective pedagogies, and support student wellbeing.

The role requires a tertiary Education qualification, NESA accreditation, and a willingness to achieve Religious Education qualifications as per policy.

Qualifications

• K-6 curriculum development expertise.
• Strong classroom management and student wellbeing focus.
• Ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences.
• Tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation.
• Religious Education qualifications or willingness to achieve them.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic environment.
• Develop a comprehensive K-6 curriculum and apply effective learning pedagogies.
• Maintain strong classroom management and support student wellbeing.
• Contribute to inclusive, rigorous learning experiences and align with The Mater Dei Way.

Skills

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Inclusive teaching

Student wellbeing

Catholic education experience

Education

Bachelor of Education

NESA accreditation

Religious Education qualifications (or willingness)

Job description

Mater Dei Catholic Primary School – Blakehurst NSW

Mater Dei Catholic Primary School Blakehurst
Start Date:Thursday, 28 January 2027
Application Closing Date:Friday, 6 November 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time,Temporary

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Mater Dei Catholic Primary School Blakehurst, 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

At Mater Dei Catholic Primary School Blakehurst, children branch out with confidence into a world of inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving, learning to make a positive difference in their world. Guided by The Mater Dei Way, students grow through agency, collaboration, evidence-based learning design, and a commitment to personal growth.

About You

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

• expertise in developing a K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies
• strong classroom management and student well-being focus
• ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences
• 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).

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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.