Primary Teacher

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst; Wellington; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Supportive culture

Ongoing professional development

Catholic Education network access

Job summary

St Mary's Catholic School, Wellington, NSW, invites applications for a Classroom Teacher - Primary to join our Catholic school community. The role is permanent full-time at 1.0 FTE, commencing 28 January 2027. You will nurture students' academic, personal and spiritual growth within a collaborative team.

The successful candidate will align with NSW curriculum, engage in professional development, contribute to school life, and support inclusive teaching while building positive relationships.

Qualifications

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Ability to monitor and use student data to inform teaching.
• Commitment to contributing to school activities and professional learning.

Responsibilities

• Create a learner-centred, supportive classroom aligned with policies.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs and assess progress.
• Use inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equity.
• Analyze assessment data to identify barriers and drive improvement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and collaborate with leadership.
• Contribute to school life and supervise students and activities.

Skills

Accreditation to teach in NSW

Data-informed teaching

Catholic education commitment

Positive classroom relationships

Curriculum knowledge NSW/AC

Education

Bachelor of Teaching or equivalent

NSW teaching accreditation

Job description

Classroom Teacher - Primary | St Mary's CS, Wellington
Co-educational, years K-10
Permanent Full-time Position, 1.0 FTE
Commencing: 28 January 2027

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an approachable and caring Primary Classroom Teacher to join the supportive team at St Mary's CS, Wellington. The teacher in a Catholic school is someone who can encourage development and nurture the personal, spiritual and educational growth of each and every student.

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

• Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assess and report student progress.
• Using inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equitable education.
• Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Collaborating with school leadership, staff, and contribute to school life.
• Providing student supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities.

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About You

We are looking for someone who can address the following selection criteria:

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Capacity to monitor and assess student learning data and to use this data to inform teaching for improved student learning.
• Demonstrate a commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and a capacity to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice in a professional learning team.
• The desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation
• The ability to develop positive relationships in the classroom based on mutual respect, patience and understanding
• Up to date knowledge of NESA and Australian Curriculum requirements for all stages in your KLA area

About Our Offer

Our teachers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst. Some benefits include:

• 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

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 20 October 2026.

Click here to find out more about Wellington, 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.

Nestled in Wellington, NSW, St Mary's Catholic School is a beacon of educational excellence inspired by its namesake, St Mary MacKillop. Founded on a rich tradition of Catholic education, our school cultivates a nurturing environment that encourages students to reach their full potential. Through a collaborative partnership between school, parents, and parish, we strive to foster a love of learning and spiritual growth. Our dedicated team of educators provides a holistic education that values academic achievement, personal development, and community engagement. With a focus on creating a safe and inclusive environment, St Mary's embraces diversity and encourages students to become compassionate, responsible, and active members of society.

Click here to find out more about St Mary's Catholic School, Wellington.

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.