Teacher - Primary

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Positive culture

Professional development opportunities

Catholic Education network

Job summary

St Philomena's Catholic Primary School, Bathurst, is seeking a dedicated Primary Classroom Teacher to join our faith-driven community. The role focuses on nurturing students’ spiritual and educational growth within a Catholic ethos, delivering learner-centred instruction and collaborating with staff to support school life.

The successful candidate will differentiate learning, integrate ICT, and actively participate in co-curricular activities, camps, and sports while upholding the school’s

Qualifications

• Commitment to engaging with and contributing to a Catholic learning organisation.
• Proven ability to differentiate learning to meet diverse student needs.
• Proven capacity to facilitate integration of ICT in contemporary learning practices.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, punctuality and adaptability.
• Willingness to contribute to co-curricular life including coaching and camps.
• Ability to develop positive relationships in the classroom based on respect and understanding.

Responsibilities

• Create a learner-centred, supportive classroom aligned with curriculum policies.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs; assess and report student progress.
• Use inclusive teaching strategies to ensure equitable education.
• Analyse assessment data to identify learning barriers and support improvement.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance outcomes.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff; contribute to school life.
• Provide student supervision and assist with extracurricular activities.

Skills

Catholic education commitment

Differentiation in learning

ICT integration in learning

Communication and organisation

Co-curricular involvement

Positive classroom relationships

Job description

Classroom Teacher | St Philomena's CPS, Bathurst
Co-educational, Years K-6
Temporary Full-time Position, 1.00 FTE
Commencing: Term 1,2027 - Term 4,2027

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an approachable and caring Primary Classroom Teacher to join the supportive team at St Philomena's CPS, Bathurst. The teacher in a Catholic school is someone who can encourage development and nurture the personal, spiritual and educational growth of each and every student.

We are seeking a Teacher who understands and commits to supporting the mission and ethos of Catholic education within the school by:

• Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assess and report student progress.
• Using inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equitable education.
• Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.
• Collaborating with school leadership, staff, and contribute to school life.
• Providing student supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities.

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About You

We are looking for someone who can address the following selection criteria:

• The desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation
• A proven ability to differentiate the learning to meet the needs of all students
• A proven capacity to facilitate the integration of ICT in contemporary learning practices
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, punctuality and adaptability
• Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school including coaching sporting teams, and attending school camps and retreats as required
• The ability to develop positive relationships in the classroom based on mutual respect, patience and understanding

About Our Offer

Our teachers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst. Some benefits include:

• Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development
• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture
• An organisation that is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development
• Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks

Click here to find out more about Bathurst, NSW.

About Us

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 10,000 students and 2,000 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St Philomena's Catholic Primary School, located on Wiradjuri Land at the base of Wahluu (commonly known as Mount Panorama), is a faith community that is inspired by the person and teachings of Jesus Christ. It respects the dignity of each member of the community and is committed to a quality Catholic education that develops students to their full potential. Our school's mission revolves around three key banners: encounter, achieve, flourish. We believe in providing dignified encounters that allow students to connect deeply with their faith and the love exemplified by Jesus. Through a resilient mindset and a celebration of learning, our students achieve their full potential, leading to them flourishing in all aspects of life.

Click here to find out more about St Philomena's Catholic Primary School, Bathurst.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55pm on 10 November 2026.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on [phone].

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is committed to a culture where children are safe, supported and nurtured to grow and develop.

The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is based upon the belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God, and that the inherent dignity of all should be recognised and fostered.

We have systems, processes and policies in place that make up our safeguarding framework, the purpose of which is to protect the children and young people who attend our schools.

CEDB is committed to the Child Safe Standards and working to continuously improve child safety in our organisation with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.