Primary Teacher - Warners Bay

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full 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 Mary's Primary School Warners Bay is seeking a temporary full-time Classroom Teacher to join the team from January 2027 until 18 July 2027 to cover maternity leave. The role supports Catholic Education and aligns with the NSW Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement; you will plan and deliver contemporary teaching programs in a Faith-filled environment.

The successful candidate will have four-year teacher qualification, Active NESA accreditation, WWCC, and training in anaphylaxis and

Qualifications

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of Catholic Education and actively supporting the school ethos.
• Plan and prepare contemporary teaching programs that meet diverse needs and styles.
• Use assessment and data to optimise educational outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with staff and the wider community to achieve results.
• Demonstrate an innovative, agile mindset for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Differentiate learning and develop quality teaching programs aligned with a Catholic ethos.
• Deliver engaging instructional practices and assessments in nominated areas.
• Collaborate with colleagues to foster a faith-filled educational experience.

Skills

Catholic Education

Collaborative Teamwork

Assessment Data

Digital Learning

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

NSW WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle – Warners Bay NSW

1d ago , from Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle

St Mary's Primary School Warners Bayis seeking a temporary full time Classroom Teacher (1 FTE)to join the team in January 2027 until 18 July 2027, to cover maternity leave.

St Mary's Primary School, Warners Bay is a systemic Catholic school in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, situated in the Parish of Boolaroo and Warners Bay. It is a safe, welcoming and caring environment where students are encouraged to become lifelong learners and discerning individuals able to use their knowledge and skills for their own good and for the good of society.

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.

• 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

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

Applications close:Wednesday 4 November 2026at 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.