Primary Hybrid Arts Teacher – Visual Arts & Performing Arts

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Sacred Heart School seeks a part-time Primary Hybrid Arts Teacher to deliver Visual Arts and Performing Arts for Prep to Year 6. The role runs as a fixed-term contract commencing 27 January 2026, with an approximate load of 0.38 to 0.40 FTE and teaching one hour per week.

The successful candidate will plan engaging lessons, align with the Victorian Curriculum and contribute to school arts initiatives while upholding Catholic ethos and student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Bachelor of Education or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a rich Visual Arts and Performing Arts program acrossPrep to Year 6.
• Develop students' artistic skills, confidence, creativity and self-expression.
• Monitor, evaluate and report student progress.
• Foster an inclusive Catholic school ethos and celebrate learning journeys.
• Collaborate with colleagues on whole-school arts initiatives and events.

Education

VIT registration

Bachelor of Education

Religious Education accreditation (advantage)

Job description

Primary Hybrid Arts Teacher – Visual Arts & Performing Arts

Sacred Heart School

Type Fixed Term

Role Teaching

Hours Part-time

Closes 16-11-2026

About the role

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School:

Sacred Heart School is where each child has the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to participate meaningfully and actively in society through a motivating and challenging environment. We are committed to facilitate the growth in faith of each child through scripture, tradition and prayer. Sacred Heart is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the part time position of 'The Arts' teacher. The position commences on the 27 January 2026. The approximate load will be 0.38 to 0.40

The position will involve teaching students from Prep to Year 6 for one hour per week, delivering a rich and engaging arts program aligned with the Victorian Curriculum across both Visual Arts and Performing Arts.

The successful candidate will:

• demonstrate a commitment to the values and ethos of a Catholic school
• plan and deliver creative, engaging and purposeful learning experiences across Visual Arts and Performing Arts.
• develop students' artistic skills, confidence, creativity and self-expression.
• provide a diverse range of hands on, practical and performance based experiences that celebrate learning.
• Values the importance of celebrating the learning journey, not just the finished product.
• foster an inclusive environment where all students are encouraged to explore, experiment, take creative risks and share their talents.
• make meaningful connections between the visual and performing arts, providing opportunities for students to develop a broad appreciation of artistic expression.
• contribute to whole school arts initiatives and celebrations.
• embrace a collegial team based approach to teaching and learning
• monitor, evaluate and report student progress.
• build positive supportive relationships with students, parents and colleagues
• demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Child Safety.

About the Role

A highlight of our arts program is the opportunity for students to showcase their learning and creativity through our whole-school arts events.

Our school alternates between a Whole School Arts Show and a School Production on a biannual basis. The focus of the arts program will reflect the major whole-school event for that year, allowing the successful candidate to shape learning experiences that build towards an exciting and authentic celebration of student achievement.

In 2027, our focus will be a Whole-School Arts Show, providing students with the opportunity to exhibit and celebrate their creative work. The successful candidate will play an important role in developing and coordinating the program, supporting students to create, curate and showcase their artwork as part of this special community event.

The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. All teachers are welcome to apply and will be supported to understand and enact the Catholic ethos.

Applicants should hold:

• current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration
• Bachelor of Education or equivalent tertiary qualification
• Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School is an advantage.

The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for the vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.

All students attending Sacred Heart Primary School have the right to feel safe. The care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people is a fundamental responsibility of all within our school community.

Information about our wonderful school community can be found on our school website: shoakleigh.catholic.edu.au