Primary Teacher - Abermain

Catholic Schools Office Diocese Of Maitland-Newcastle; Abermain; On-site; AUD 37,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport program

Employee assistance program

Training & staff development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave after five years

Job summary

Holy Spirit Infants School, Abermain is seeking a temporary part-time Classroom Teacher (0.5 FTE) to join the team from 27 January 2027 to 15 December 2027. The role requires availability on Mondays, Tuesdays and alternate Wednesdays, with experience in early learners (K-2) preferred.

As the only Infants school in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, it emphasizes a holistic Catholic education, a faith-filled learning culture and strong community partnerships while supporting student growth

Qualifications

• Four-year trained teacher with NSW/AC education standards.
• Active accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Completion of anaphylaxis & CPR training.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver contemporary teaching programs across K-2.
• Assess student progress and adapt quality teaching practices.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with staff and families to support student learning.
• Uphold Catholic Education standards and wellbeing principles.

Skills

Catholic ethos

Curriculum planning

Assessment data use

Collaboration

Innovative mindset

Education

Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher

Job description

Holy Spirit Infants School, Abermain is seeking a temporary part time Classroom Teacher (0.5 FTE) to join the team, commencing 27 January 2027 until 15 December 2027

This role requires you to be available Mondays, Tuesdays and alternate Wednesdays and experience with early learners across K-2 classes is desirable.

As the only Infants school in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, Holy Spirit Infants School, Abermain is proud to provide a holistic Catholic education for early learners in the Hunter Valley area. Our school’s story is a special one and we have built a solid reputation for providing spiritual enrichment, quality teaching and learning, and cultural and sporting experiences within a safe, supportive and connected community. We foster a faith-filled learning culture where students can grow as confident, courageous and collaborative learners. We encourage curiosity and questioning through play-based learning and support students to develop social and emotional resilience, problem-solving skills and capabilities which utilise creative thinking. At Holy Spirit Infants School, we provide a strong foundation to enable all students to reach their full potential.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.

• Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
• Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
• Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs

The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions you must also be Catholic
• Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes
• Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher
• Active NESA Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Completion of CPR training

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programs
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Diane Murphy, Principal on Tel: (************* or via email: *******************************

Applications close: Monday 16 November at11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undertake a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.