Diverse Learning Teacher (Primary)

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development opportunities

Professional growth programs

Supportive culture

Catholic education network access

Job summary

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Orange, NSW, is seeking a Dedicated Diverse Learning Teacher (Primary) to support K-6 students in an inclusive, faith-based environment. The role emphasizes personalised planning, evidence-based literacy/numeracy interventions, and collaboration with families and professionals.

The successful candidate will hold Catholic teaching accreditation and NSW registration. We offer a supportive culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a pathway to

Qualifications

• Hold relevant tertiary teaching qualifications and current NESA registration.
• Accreditation to teach in a Catholic school, or willingness to obtain it.
• Experience implementing inclusive education principles and evidence-based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate identification and support for students with additional needs.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement adjustments and Universal Design for Learning.
• Use assessment data to identify learning needs and monitor progress.
• Coordinate referrals, assessments, and SWAN Funding applications with families and professionals.
• Develop Learning Support Officer timetables and align with funded programs.
• Support implementation of RTI and Multi-Tiered System of Supports for literacy and numeracy.
• Assist with transitions and maintain risk assessments as required.

Skills

Collaborative

Interpersonal communication

Data analysis

Education

Tertiary teaching qualifications

NESA registration

Catholic school accreditation

Job description

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Bathurst – Kelso NSW

Full time

2d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst

Diverse Learning Teacher (Primary) | St Mary's CPS, Orange
Co-educational, years K-6
Permanent Full-time Position, 1.00 FTE
Commencing: 28 January 2027

We have an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and caring Diverse Learning Teacher (Primary) to join the supportive team at St Mary's CPS, Orange. The Diverse Learning Teacher plays a vital role in ensuring every child is supported to achieve their personal best within an inclusive, faith-based environment.

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

• Coordinating the identification and support of students with additional needs, including the development, review, and maintenance of Personalised Plans and NCCD documentation.
• Collaborating with classroom teachers to implement effective adjustments, evidence-based interventions, and Universal Design for Learning approaches.
• Using assessment data, classroom observations, and teacher input to identify learning needs and monitor student progress.
• Coordinating referrals, specialist assessments, and SWAN Funding applications in partnership with families, school leaders, and relevant professionals.
• Developing Learning Support Officer timetables and providing guidance to ensure support aligns with identified student needs and funded programs.
• Supporting the implementation of Response to Intervention and Multi Tiered System of Supports, including targeted literacy and numeracy instruction.
• Supporting safe and successful transitions for students with additional needs and maintaining risk assessments where required.

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About You

• Hold relevant tertiary teaching qualifications, current NESA registration, and accreditation to teach in a Catholic school, or a willingness to obtain it.
• Demonstrated knowledge of inclusive education principles, disability legislation, and the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data framework.
• Experience developing and implementing Personalised Plans, differentiated teaching strategies, and evidence-based literacy or numeracy interventions.
• Capacity to analyse student data and use it to plan adjustments, monitor progress, and improve learning outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff, families, and external professionals.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education, with a compassionate, organised, collaborative, and student-centred approach.

About Our Offer

• 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 Orange, 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. Mary's Catholic Primary School in Orange, NSW, is a faith-centered community dedicated to learning, justice, and love. Our Catholic identity is central, emphasising faith formation and practice. We offer a contemporary curriculum focused on academic excellence, supported by extensive digital resources and collaborative learning opportunities to encourage creativity and innovation. Students actively participate in co-curricular activities and social justice outreach. Our vibrant learning environment, including modern facilities and grounds, fosters happy learners.

Click here to find out more about St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Orange.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on (02) 6362 7***.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB 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.