Primary Teacher - Branxton

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Branxton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Job summary

Rosary Park Catholic School in Branxton, NSW, is seeking a temporary full-time Classroom Teacher for the 2027 school year. The role emphasizes delivering faith-based, high-quality education to Kindergarten to Year 6, with a focus on student-centred learning and wellbeing.

The successful applicant will align to the NSW Catholic Systemic ethos, implement evidence-based practices, and uphold professional standards including WWCC and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Clear understanding of Catholic Education and commitment to Catholic ethos.
• Ability to plan and prepare compliant teaching programs meeting diverse needs.
• Demonstrated use of assessment data to improve outcomes.
• Ability to collaborate with staff and the wider community for outcomes.
• Innovative and agile mindset supporting school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Promote the school as a faith-filled, learning-focused community.
• Plan and deliver contemporary teaching programs aligned to standards.
• Differentiate learning to meet diverse student needs and abilities.
• Engage with families and community partners to support student growth.

Skills

Catholic Education

Curriculum planning

Data-driven assessment

Collaboration

Innovative mindset

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle – Branxton NSW

7h ago , from Catholic Schools Office - Diocese of MAITLAND-NEWCASTLE

Rosary Park Catholic School, Branxton is seeking a temporary full-time Classroom Teacher to join the team for the 2027 school year.

Rosary Park Catholic School is a unique school community offering children a quality education from Kindergarten to Year 6. At Rosary Park, children are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning while offering a community that is supportive of the creative, unique, and individual talents of every child. Working with parents and the wider community to provide a holistic education, our ultimate aim is to equip each child with the skills to adapt and flourish within a constantly changing world.

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.

• 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

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 undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.