Classroom Teachers 2027

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga; Leeton; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Discounted Bupa Health insurance

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

St Joseph's Primary School, Leeton, invites applications for classroom teachers to contribute to a faith-centered learning community. The role emphasizes delivering NSW K–6 curriculum, promoting student wellbeing, and collaborating with a team of colleagues dedicated to placing student learning first.

Successful candidates will hold NSW accreditation (including RE) and working with children checks, and will align with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga values.

Qualifications

• Accreditation to teach RE in the Wagga Wagga Diocese (or willingness to obtain) and a commitment to the Catholic Faith.
• An understanding of and commitment to the ideals of Catholic Education.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge and understanding of the NSW K–6 syllabus documents, with the ability to effectively implement syllabus requirements in teaching and learning programs.

Responsibilities

• The classroom teacher is the major in-school influence on student achievement and plays the key role of facilitating effective learning and teaching.
• Collaborate with colleagues to put student learning and wellbeing first.

Education

NSW NESA Accreditation

Accreditation to teach RE in the Wagga Wagga Diocese

First Aid Certificate

NSW Working with Children Check

National Criminal History Check

Job description

St Joseph's Primary School, Leeton is a place where our goal each day is for your child to find our school a place of faith, friendship, joy, discovery, challenge and learning.

The dedicated and committed staff members of St Joseph’s Primary school are aware of the special privilege they share in the education of their students. We recognise that children learn at different rates and in different ways. Therefore we provide learning experiences that are child centred, differentiated, relevant and meaningful. As a result, St Joseph’s boasts a fine history of academic excellence.

To find out more about St Joseph's Leeton, click here.

About Leeton

Leeton, in the heart of Australia's food bowl, is at the centre of the most productive region in the country.

Leeton is a friendly town situated in the heart of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA) offering a wide variety of experiences for locals and visitors alike. The town exemplifies contemporary rural Australia with its rich heritage, diverse agriculture and renowned country hospitality.

Your New Role

The classroom teacher is the major in-school influence on student achievement and plays the key role of facilitating effective learning and teaching. The first function of the classroom teacher is to be an effective member of a collaborative team of colleagues who work to put student learning and wellbeing first.

What We Can Offer

• Various Full-time and Part-time, Permanent and Temporary leave replacement positions
• Positions to commence 28 January 2027
• Access to Salary Packaging
• Discounted Bupa Health insurance!
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Salary determined by NESA Accreditation and Teaching Service

Incentive for Permanent positions only

• Petrol Allowance: $2,000 per annum (pro-rata) if travelling >50km (one-way)
• Relocation Assistance via Muval if relocating >100km
• Retention Incentive ($5,000 per annum (pro-rata) for the first four years of employment)

What You Will Need To Succeed (Selection Criteria)

• Accreditation to teach RE in the Wagga Wagga Diocese (or willingness to obtain) and a commitment to the Catholic Faith
• An understanding of and commitment to the ideals of Catholic Education
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge and understanding of the new NSW K–6 syllabus documents, with the ability to effectively implement syllabus requirements in teaching and learning programs.
• Skills to analyse and interpret data to inform teaching and learning practices
• Is able to develop a positive learning environment using effective classroom management strategies that enhance student wellbeing and learning outcomes in accordance with the Positive Behaviours for Learning framework
• Ability to work collaboratively and develop positive relationships with students, staff, parents, Parish priests and the wider community
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Successful Candidate to undergo a National Criminal History Check
• NSW Working with Children Check
• NSW NESA Accreditation
• Accreditation for Teachers in a Catholic School (Category D, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or working towards Accreditation.

Applications close on Sunday 1st November 2026.

NOTE: If you are applying from interstate, please note you will need to be Accredited to teach in NSW - please click here.

CEDWW is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.

CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.