Primary Teacher - Raymond Terrace

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Training and staff development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave after five years

Job summary

St Brigid's Primary School, Raymond Terrace is seeking a number of temporary Primary Teachers to join from January 2027 for a 12‑month period. Positions are across part‑time allocations (0.2–0.6 FTE) in a welcoming Catholic community committed to holistic learning.

Teachers will contribute to faith‑based education in a Regional Hunter school, with modern teaching practices, collaboration with staff, and a focus on wellbeing and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a clear commitment to Catholic Education and the school ethos.
• Plans and prepares contemporary teaching programs and assessments for diverse learners.
• Uses school data to improve learning outcomes and supports student progress.
• Works collaboratively with staff and the wider community to achieve educational outcomes.
• Shows an innovative, agile mindset to improve school practices.

Responsibilities

• Promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in line with evidence-based practices.
• Deliver high‑quality teaching for primary students across the Kindergarten to Year 6 range.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse needs and assess learning effectively.
• Contribute to the development of integrated, faith‑based learning experiences.
• Uphold the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and Catholic ethos.

Skills

Catholic ethos

Collaborative teaching

Assessment-driven planning

Differentiated instruction

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

NSW WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle – Raymond Terrace NSW

1d ago , from Catholic Schools Office - Diocese of MAITLAND-NEWCASTLE

St Brigid's Primary School, Raymond Terrace is seeking a number of temporary Primary Teachers to join the team from January 2027 for a 12-month period. Opportunities are available across a range of part‑time positions, with FTE allocations between 0.2 and 0.6.

St Brigid's Primary School, Raymond Terrace, is located in the Hunter Region, just 30 minutes from both Newcastle CBD and Port Stephens. With an enrolment of approximately 386 students from Kindergarten to Year 6, St Brigid's is a welcoming and inclusive community where the unique talents and contributions of every student and staff member are valued, nurtured, and celebrated. The school is committed to fostering a culture of excellence in learning and wellbeing, with a strong emphasis on physical activity, healthy lifestyles, and the holistic development of each child.

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

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

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.

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.