Classroom Teacher - Secondary PDHPE

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MacKillop College, Bathurst, an all-girls Catholic secondary school, seeks a Classroom Teacher - Secondary PDHPE to join Term 1–Term 3, 2027. You will develop and deliver curriculum across Years 7–12 and contribute to a nurturing learning environment aligned with NSW curriculum and Catholic ethos.

The successful candidate will hold NSW teaching accreditation, use data to inform teaching, collaborate in professional learning teams, and engage in extracurricular support while upholding

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice in a professional learning team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to develop and implement quality curriculum programs.
• Create a learner-centred, supportive learning environment aligned with policies.
• Assess and report student progress using data.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to school life.
• Provide supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities.

Skills

Data analysis

Curriculum knowledge

Catholic education

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualifications and NSW teaching accreditation

NSW teaching accreditation

Job description

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst – Bathurst NSW

Classroom Teacher - Secondary PDHPE | MacKillop College, Bathurst
All-girls, Years 7-12
Temporary Full-time Position, 1 FTE
Commencing: Term 1 - Term 3, 2027

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Classroom Teacher - Secondary PDHPE to become a valuable addition to our remarkable team at MacKillop College, Bathurst. The teacher in a Secondary Catholic school is someone who can collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs relevant to the curriculum while creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment for their students.

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

• 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 out more about Bathurst, 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.

MacKillop College, named for Mary MacKillop who had strong ties with the area, is an all-girls’ Catholic Secondary School located in the beautiful country city of Bathurst. MacKillop College is highly regarded in the Bathurst community with a fine reputation for excellent standards as well as promoting happy and harmonious relationships.
MacKillop College is grounded in its Catholic values, drawing from the rich traditions of its founders, the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St Joseph. At MacKillop, we strongly believe in the effectiveness of girls’ education to empower young women to reach their personal, social and academic potential are challenged to be the best version of themselves.

Click here to find out more about MacKillop College, Bathurst.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 16 November 2026.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on (02) 6338 2***.

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.