Primary Teacher - Charlestown

Catholic Schools Office; Newcastle-Maitland; Sur place; AUD 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program

Staff development programs

Paid parental leave

Long service leave after five years

Résumé du poste

St Joseph's Primary School, Charlestown is seeking a temporary full-time Classroom Teacher for Terms 1 and 2 of the 2027 school year, with potential to extend as a part-time job share for the remainder of the year. The successful candidate will contribute to Catholic education, deliver contemporary programs and work collaboratively with staff in a modern, digitally equipped learning environment.

Applicants must hold a four-year teaching qualification, Active NESA Accreditation, NSW WWCC, and

Qualifications

• Understanding of Catholic Education ethos and culture in a primary setting.
• Ability to plan and prepare contemporary teaching programs and assessments.
• Experience using assessment data to inform learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with staff and community.
• Willingness to uphold school wellbeing and digital learning practices.

Responsabilités

• Deliver contemporary, inclusive teaching programs across nominated areas.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and styles.
• Implement effective assessment practices and quality teaching plans.
• Collaborate with colleagues for planning and delivery of learning.
• Promote Catholic ethos and wellbeing within the school community.

Connaissances

Catholic Education understanding

Curriculum planning

Assessment data use

Collaborative teamwork

Innovative mindset

Formation

Four-year teaching qualification

Active NESA Accreditation

NSW WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Description du poste

St Joseph's Primary School, Charlestown is seeking a temporary full-time Classroom Teacher to join the team for Term 1 & 2 of the 2027 school year, with potential for the position to be extended as a part-time job share for the remainder of the year.

St Joseph's Primary School, Charlestown aims to provide quality Catholic education by creating a learning community committed to ensuring every child is given the opportunity to achieve their very best within the classroom. The school’s unique lush bush setting provides a stimulating environment for children to learn and play and gives them the opportunity to develop an awareness and appreciation of the environment. The school is purpose-built to facilitate team teaching and gives teachers the opportunity to work collaboratively in their planning and delivery of learning. The recent refurbishment of existing facilities means the school community is equipped with modern and engaging learning environments to allow the delivery of a comprehensive curriculum. The large open plan classrooms are equipped with interactive SMARTboards, iPads, laptops and wireless internet to deliver a contemporary learning approach and help students with learning difficulties.

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 Kathryn Hill, Principal on Tel: (************* or via email: *******************************

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: Tuesday 10th November 2026 at 11.59pm

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