Teacher

Sydney Catholic Schools; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $145,080 base salary

Salary packaging up to $15,900

25% school fee discount

Professional development

Fitness Passport & wellbeing programs

Employee Referral Program

Additional rewards and benefits

Job summary

St Bernard's Catholic Primary School Botany, part of Sydney Catholic Schools, invites applications for a full-time, permanent teaching role. You will lead engaging, student-centered lessons in a Catholic setting, delivering a robust K-6 curriculum while prioritising student well-being and inclusive learning.

The school fosters collaboration, professional growth and strong values, with opportunities for leadership as the school expands from one stream to two streams.

Qualifications

• Experience developing a K-6 Curriculum with effective learning pedagogies.
• Strong classroom management and focus on student well-being.
• Ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences.
• A tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation.
• Religious Education qualifications or willingness to achieve them per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment.
• Develop and implement a K-6 curriculum using effective pedagogies.
• Maintain strong classroom management and support student well-being.
• Collaborate with colleagues on professional growth and school improvement.
• Meet screening requirements and WWCC as part of the employment process.

Skills

Curriculum development (K-6)

Classroom management

Student well-being focus

Inclusive teaching practices

Catholic education values

Education

Bachelor of Education

NESA accreditation

Religious Education qualifications or willingness to achieve

Job description

St Bernard's Catholic Primary School Botany
Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027
Application Closing Date: Monday, 28 September 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At St Bernard's Catholic Primary School Botany, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.

Benefits include:

• competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and professional opportunities
• access to Fitness Passport, WHEREFIT and other wellbeing products
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

St Bernard's Catholic Primary School is a vibrant and welcoming community in the heart of Botany. Guided by our vision; United in Faith, Inspired to Achieve, and Empowered for Life, we foster a dynamic and innovative learning environment where students and staff thrive.

As we grow from a one-stream to a two-stream school, exciting opportunities for collaboration, leadership, and professional growth are emerging. We are seeking passionate educators who are committed to shaping the next generation through quality teaching and strong values.

About You

As a Teacher, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:

• expertise in developing a K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies
• strong classroom management and student well-being focus
• ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences
• a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation
• Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8*** (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.