Secondary TAS Teacher - Taree

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle; Taree; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

EAP

Staff development

Parental leave

Long service leave

Job summary

St Clare's High School, Taree is seeking a temporary full-time Secondary TAS Teacher (Industrial Technology and Food Technology/Nutrition) to join the team from 28 January 2027. The school serves the Manning Valley region and upholds Catholic education values.

The successful candidate will develop contemporary teaching programs, differentiate for diverse learners, and align with NSW NESA standards. Accreditation and WWCC are required, with ongoing professional development support.

Qualifications

• Catholic Education ethos and alignment with school culture.
• Ability to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs for diverse learners.
• Demonstrated use of assessment data to improve student outcomes.
• Collaborative engagement with staff and community to support student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Differentiate learning to meet diverse student needs.
• Create effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs.
• Promote learning with digital technologies and wellbeing principles.
• Deliver curriculum for Industrial Technology and Food Technology/Nutrition as per accreditation.

Skills

Catholic Education ethos

Plan and prepare teaching programs

Assessment and data use

Collaborative practice

Innovative pedagogy

Education

Four-year teaching degree

NESA accreditation

NSW WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

CPR training

Job description

Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle – Taree NSW

8d ago , from Catholic Schools Office Maitland - Newcastle

St Clare's High School, Taree is seeking a temporary full time Secondary TASTeacher(teaching subjects Industrial Technology and Food Technology/Nutrition)to join the team on 28 January 2027.

St Clare's was established in 1971 as a systemic, coeducational, regional high school catering for students from Taree, Forster/Tuncurry, Wingham, Bulahdelah, Krambach/Nabiac and Gloucester parishes. It continues a tradition of quality secondary education in the Manning/Great Lakes Region which commenced in 1926, at Taree, by the Sisters of St Joseph.

St Clare's excellent standing in the local community and its consistently high academic results are directly attributable to the positive relationships staff form with students. Join an inclusive and well-rounded High School educating students in Manning Valley area.

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 outcomesDemonstrate 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 Christine Harmer, Principal on Tel: [phone]*** or via email: ***************@mn.catholic.edu.au

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.

Applications close: Wednesday 28 October 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.