Secondary Creative Arts Teacher - Maitland

St Nicholas Early Education; Maitland; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Staff training & development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave after five years

Job summary

All Saints’ Catholic College, Maitland, is seeking a temporary full-time Secondary Creative Arts Teacher to join from January 2027 for 12 months. The role will cover Visual Arts and French for Years 7–12, with responsibilities to plan engaging curricula, differentiate instruction and assess student progress.

The successful applicant will support Catholic ethos, demonstrate strong collaboration with staff, and participate in professional development aligned with NSW systemic school standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a four-year trained teacher.
• Active NESA Accreditation.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Completion of anaphylaxis training.
• Completion of CPR training.

Responsibilities

• Teach Stage 4 to 6 Visual Arts and French.
• Create and implement contemporary compliant teaching programs and assessments.
• Differentiate learning to meet diverse student needs and abilities.
• Use assessment data to improve educational outcomes and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Catholic Education

Data-driven assessment

Collaborative teamwork

Innovative mindset

Education

Four-year trained teacher

Active NESA Accreditation

NSW WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Secondary Creative Arts Teacher - Maitland

Posted: 03/11/2026

Closing Date: 11/11/2026

Job Type: Temporary

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

All Saints' Catholic College, Maitlandis seeking a temporaryfull time Secondary Creative Arts Teacherto join the team from January 2027for 12 months

This position is required to teach Stage 4 to 6 Visual Arts and French.

All Saints’ College, Maitland is a coeducational Catholic secondary school for Years 7–12, operating within the Maitland-Newcastle Diocese. With approximately 1,250 students and over 190 staff across two campuses, it is the largest school in the Diocese and one of the largest Catholic schools in New South Wales. Years 7–10 are located on the Junior Campus, while Years 11 and 12 are located on the nearby Senior Campus.

Our Vision is “Together we serve as faith-filled learners, seeking an authentic connection with Christ”. This is reflected in our Mission statement, which is centred on four core values: Seek, Serve, Learn, and Connect. These values are integral to the school life and shapes the formation of the staff and students within our All Saints’ College community.

All Saints’ College is committed to fostering excellence through a broad range of educational, creative, sporting , and faith-based opportunities. We aim to develop lifelong learners and critical thinkers who build meaningful relationships and contribute positively to society.

Our dedicated staff bring unwavering support, generating a learning environment where our students reflect dynamic spirit and richness. All Saints’ College welcomes applicants to share in the mission, vision, identity and life of our community.

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.

Desired Skills and Experience

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

Contact Tony McCudden, Principal on Tel: [phone]or via email: [e-mail]

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

Applications close:Wednesday 11 Novemberat 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.