Classroom Teacher - Primary

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Supportive culture

Professional development opportunities

Large Catholic Education network

Job summary

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Lithgow, part of the Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst, seeks a warm, dedicated Primary Classroom Teacher for K–6. This temporary full‑time role is 1.0 FTE, commencing Jan 2027 and concluding Jan 2028, with a strong emphasis on data-informed instruction, inclusive practice and collaboration within our faith‑based learning community.

The successful candidate will hold NSW teaching accreditation, contribute to school life, foster positive relationships,

Qualifications

• Hold NSW teaching accreditation and tertiary qualifications.
• Commit to continuous professional learning in a Catholic school context.
• Able to use student data to inform teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Create a learner-centred, supportive classroom aligned with curriculum policies.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs and assess student progress.
• Use inclusive teaching strategies to ensure equitable education.
• Analyse assessment data to identify learning barriers and support improvement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Collaborate with school leadership and staff, contributing to school life.
• Supervise students and assist with organising extracurricular activities.

Skills

Tertiary teaching qualifications

Data-driven instruction

Catholic education commitment

Relationship building

NSW Curriculum knowledge

Education

Qualified NSW teacher accreditation

Job description

Classroom Teacher - Primary | St Patrick's CPS, Lithgow
Co-educational, Years K-6
Temporary Full-time Position, 1.0 FTE
Commencing: 28 January 2027 - 28 January 2028

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an approachable and caring Primary Classroom Teacher to join the supportive team at St Patrick's CPS, Lithgow. The teacher in a Catholic school is someone who can encourage development and nurture the personal, spiritual and educational growth of each and every student.

We are seeking a Teacher who understands and commits to supporting the mission and ethos of Catholic education within the school by:

• Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assess and report student progress.
• Using inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equitable education.
• Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Collaborating with school leadership, staff, and contribute to school life.
• Providing student supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities.

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About You

We are looking for someone who can address the following selection criteria:

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Capacity to monitor and assess student learning data and to use this data to inform teaching for improved student learning.
• Demonstrate a commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and a capacity to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice in a professional learning team.
• The desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation
• The ability to develop positive relationships in the classroom based on mutual respect, patience and understanding
• Up to date knowledge of NESA and Australian Curriculum requirements for all stages in your KLA area

About Our Offer

Our teachers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst. Some benefits include:

• Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
• An organisation that is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development
• Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks

Click here to find our more about Lithgow, NSW

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 10,000 students and 2,000 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St. Patrick’s School is a Christ-centered learning environment, inspired by the compassion, love, and kindness exemplified by St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop. With two classes per grade from Kindergarten to Year 6 and an average class size of 20 students, we prioritise personalised attention to meet the unique needs and passions of each child. Our school upholds high expectations for academic achievement and behaviour, fostering respect, good manners, care for others, and wholehearted effort in all endeavours. Through this ethos, we continue to follow in the footsteps of our founding saint, guiding students to live out their faith in daily life.

Click here to find out more about St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Lithgow.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 10 November 2026.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on [phone].

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is committed to a culture where children are safe, supported and nurtured to grow and develop.

The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is based upon the belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God, and that the inherent dignity of all should be recognised and fostered.

We have systems, processes and policies in place that make up our safeguarding framework, the purpose of which is to protect the children and young people who attend our schools.

CEDB is committed to the Child Safe Standards and working to continuously improve child safety in our organisation with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.