Classroom Teacher - Primary

St Patrick'S Cps Lithgow; Lithgow City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

St Patrick's CPS Lithgow in NSW is seeking a Primary Classroom Teacher (K-6) for a temporary full-time role. The school community emphasises a caring, Catholic learning environment and high expectations for academic and personal growth.

You will develop learner-centred programs, assess progress, and collaborate with leadership and staff to support student outcomes. A valid NSW teaching accreditation and dedication to inclusive education are essential commitments.

Qualifications

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Ability to monitor and assess student learning data to inform teaching.
• Commitment to contribute to a broad range of school activities and reflect on practice in a professional learning team.
• Desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation.
• Ability to develop positive relationships in the classroom based on mutual respect.
• Up-to-date knowledge of NSW NESA and Australian Curriculum requirements for all K-6 stages.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW

Job description

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 10 November 2026

Inspire learning in a supportive Catholic school community.

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.

• 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

• 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

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.

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.

• Affiliation: Catholic
• Teaching Level: Primary
• Gender: Coed

• 236 Students
• 20 Teaching Staff
• 11 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

K - 6 located in Lithgow, NSW with a current enrolment of 285 students.