Primary Sport Teacher

Sydney Catholic Schools; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fee discounts for families

Professional development

Health & wellbeing programs

Employee referral program

Job summary

St Therese's Catholic Primary School Lakemba is hiring a Primary Sport Teacher on a part-time basis (0.2 FTE) for Thursdays. The role requires a tertiary Education qualification and NESA accreditation, with Religious Education qualifications preferred or willingness to obtain them.

You will develop K-6 curricula, manage classrooms effectively, and support student wellbeing within a Catholic school setting. Salary ranges are paid pro-rata, with base $90,177–$129,536 and total remuneration up to

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation.
• Religious Education qualifications or willingness to achieve them as per Accreditation Policy.
• Experience developing a K-6 Curriculum and applying effective learning pedagogies.
• Strong classroom management and student wellbeing focus.
• Ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment.
• Develop and implement a K-6 Curriculum with effective pedagogy.
• Create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences.
• Maintain strong classroom management and a focus on student wellbeing.

Skills

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Student wellbeing focus

Inclusive learning

Education

Education degree

NESA accreditation

Job description

St Therese's Catholic Primary School Lakemba
Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027
Application Closing Date: Sunday, 1 November 2026
Employment Type: Part-Time (0.2 FTE), Permanent

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At St Therese's Catholic Primary School Lakemba, 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, paid on a pro-rata basis
• 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
• health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

St Therese's is a hidden treasure in primary education specialising in gifted and extension opportunities. Our large open spaces and modern facilities allow for students to engage in creative play and co-curricular activities in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.

Our dynamic team of committed professionals caters to the individual learning needs of each child using a collaborative, whole school approach.

About You

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

• 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.

The role is part-time, working one day per week on Thursdays.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

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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.