Primary Teacher

School: Maitland Christian School; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maitland Christian School in Metford, NSW invites applicants for Primary Teacher roles (K-6) within a strong Christian learning community. Candidates should demonstrate a committed Christian faith, biblical worldview, and alignment with the school’s Statement of Faith.

We seek educators who are collaborative, student-centered, and capable of delivering high-quality literacy and numeracy instruction while contributing to a faith-based curriculum across the primary years.

Qualifications

• Appropriate teaching qualifications and current registration with the relevant educational authority.
• Experience in literacy and numeracy instruction within a classroom.
• Experience teaching across Years K-6.
• Ability to teach from a biblical worldview and integrate faith with learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Christian Studies program integrated throughout the curriculum.
• Teach across Years K-6 using explicit teaching strategies in literacy and numeracy.
• Contribute to a collaborative, relational teaching community.
• Engage with families and the broader school community to support student growth.

Skills

Biblical worldview

Active faith

Relational building

Collaborative teaching

Lifelong learning

Education

Teaching qualifications

Current teacher registration

Job description

School: Maitland Christian School - Metford NSW

12d ago , from Christian Schools Australia

Every role at Maitland Christian School is part of something bigger. We exist to grow faith, character, and ability in every student, and fulfilling that mission takes a whole community working together. While each role looks different, what unites us is a shared conviction—that children matter, that community matters, and that God works powerfully through people who show up with genuine faith and genuine care. We are seeking people who believe this deeply; who bring not only their skills, but also their character, convictions, and commitment to a purpose that extends beyond the school day. If this resonates with you, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

Maitland Christian School is seeking Primary Teachers to join our supportive teaching community for ongoing and temporary full time teaching positions that are available. Applicants with suitable qualifications and experience as Christian Primary teachers are invited to apply for this role.

Essential Criteria

• You have a strong commitment to Christian education and are able to teach from a biblical worldview, bringing scripture into your subject with care and conviction
• You have a personal and active Christian faith, participate regularly in a local Christian church, and can affirm the school's Statement of Faith
• A passion for making a positive difference in the lives of young people.
• A demonstrated ability to build positive and effective relationships with students, staff, parents and the broader school community.
• A collaborative and relational educator who contributes positively to flexible teams and fosters a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• A relational and empowering educator who inspires student growth, develops learner capacity and contributes to a flourishing Christian learning community.
• A growth-oriented educator who demonstrates a commitment to professional learning, coaching and continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
• The capacity to contribute to the delivery of a Christian Studies program that deepens students' understanding of biblical and systematic theology
• The ability to further develop and deliver transformational Christian education that is integrated throughout the curriculum and informed by a missional perspective.
• Demonstrated professional knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and innovation, with a commitment to evidence-based teaching practice.
• Experience in delivering high-quality teaching, particularly in Literacy and Numeracy, using explicit teaching strategies and data-informed practice to improve student learning outcomes.
• Experience teaching across Years K-6.
• An understanding of, and ability to support, students with identified learning needs within a mainstream classroom environment.
• Well-developed communication, administration and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to operate within a strengths-based framework and to foster a positive staff and student culture through this approach.
• Appropriate teaching qualifications and current registration with the relevant educational authority.

Selection Process

The Selection Committee of the School will consider applications and prepare a shortlist of candidates for interview. It is expected that at least one round of interviews will be undertaken.

Salary

Salary will be in line with NSW Christian Schools Teacher Staff Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2024 at the level of responsibility and experience of the successful applicant.

Got questions?

If you would like further information, please contact us at - ****@maitlandcs.nsw.edu.au

Interested in Applying?

Maitland is a growing and vibrant city located in the beautiful Lower Hunter Valley in regional NSW. It offers a picturesque rural setting combined with excellent community facilities that make it an attractive regional location. With proximity to Newcastle and nearness to Sydney, all of the benefits of regional NSW living are available while accessing more extensive city opportunities.

Maitland Christian School is an established Prep to Year 12 Christian School. The School has been providing quality Christian education for over 40 years within a vibrant community that emphasises an individual’s strength as we aim for faith development, academic, sporting and cultural excellence. The School started our sister school, Arise Christian College, in 2020.

Maitland Christian School is a great school built with great staff. We value quality leaders and educators, and it is our vision to see students’ lives transformed through a Bible-based, excellence focused, strengths enriched and missionally outworked education. Here is a message from our Principal on exactly that: https://www.maitlandcs.nsw.edu.au/our-vision/

Maitland Christian School Ltd operates Maitland Christian School, Arise Christian College (who share the same site), and Valley Village Early Learning.

Core Values

• Faith - We know, live and courageously share the truth of God's Word
• Faith gives students a way to understand who they are and why their lives matter. Grounded in God's Word, it shapes how they think, love, and respond to the world around them. As faith is lived daily, students grow with clarity, resilience, and a deep sense of purpose that guides them through both challenge and opportunity.
• Excellence - We pursue the highest possible good for all
• Excellence calls out the best in each student, pursuing the highest good and honouring God in all we do. Through rich learning and meaningful opportunities, students develop their strengths, think deeply, and grow in confidence. They are prepared not just for what comes next, but to step into life ready to contribute with purpose, hope, and grace.
• Community - We encourage each other and generously work together in Christ's love
• Students who are truly known, meaningfully challenged, and deeply loved don't just feel comfortable, they're transformed. This is what happens when families, teachers, and students share life together, young people learn to listen well, care deeply, and act with courage toward others.