Classroom Teachers

Sydney Catholic Schools; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Salary packaging

Discount on school fees for families

Ongoing training

Fitness Passport & wellbeing programs

Employee referral program

Additional rewards and benefits

Job summary

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary Ashbury in Sydney is seeking a dedicated Classroom Teacher to inspire students within a Catholic learning environment. A minimum of 1 year of classroom teaching experience and a strong focus on wellbeing are required.

You will develop K-6 curriculum, apply effective pedagogy, and ensure inclusive, rigorous learning experiences aligned with NESA accreditation and Religious Education requirements.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of classroom teaching experience.
• Expertise in developing a K-6 Curriculum and effective learning pedagogies.
• 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 per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment.
• Develop and implement a rigorous K-6 curriculum with effective pedagogy.
• Support inclusive learning environments and student wellbeing.
• Comply with screening and WWCC requirements and accreditation policies.

Skills

Classroom teaching

Curriculum development (K-6)

Pedagogy

Classroom management

Student wellbeing focus

Inclusive teaching

Education

Tertiary qualification in Education

NESA accreditation

Religious Education qualifications

Job description

St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary Ashbury
Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027
Application Closing Date: Friday, 23 October 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 St Francis Xavier Ashbury, 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
• access to Fitness Passport, WHEREFIT and other wellbeing products
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

St Francis Xavier Ashbury is a proudly Catholic school with a growing enrolment and an excellent reputation across the Archdiocese of Sydney. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results in NAPLAN, reflecting our strong culture of high expectations, care, and faith.

About You

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

• at least 1 year of classroom teaching experience
• 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).

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

Click here to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

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.