Teacher - St James Primary School, Banora Point

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools; Banora Point; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools' St James Primary School, Banora Point, is seeking an innovative, energetic Teacher who embraces Catholic education and student-centred learning. The school educates 400 students with a dedicated team of teachers and supportive parents in a co-responsible environment.

Applicants must hold NSW Working with Children Check, full NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation and comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy.

Qualifications

• Hold NSW Working with Children Check.
• Have full accreditation with NSW Educational Standards Authority (NESA).
• Comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy on appointment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality teaching and learning in line with Catholic ethos.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse abilities.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support student progress.
• Commit to excellence as a classroom teacher.

Skills

Catholic ethos understanding

Differentiated instruction

Team collaboration

Excellence in teaching

Student-centred learning

Education

NSW Education Standards Authority accreditation

Working with Children Check (NSW)

Job description

Teacher - St James Primary School, Banora Point

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools - Banora Point NSW

St. James Primary Banora Point is seeking an innovative, energetic Teacher with a commitment to the values and ethos of Catholic Education and student-centred learning. St. James' School has 400 students who are educated by dedicated teachers and caring parents in a co-responsible manner. Banora Point is situated in Tweed Heads, NSW.

We invite suitably qualified teachers to apply for the following position:

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TEACHER

Position Type: Full time temporary
Commencement date: 28 January 2027
Term of Appointment: 2027 school year

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Applicants must:

• hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
• have full accreditation with NSW Educational Standards Authority (NESA)
• comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment

Criteria:

• have a knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the school
• able to work as a member of a committed team of professional teachers, dedicated to providing quality teaching and learning in partnership with the parent community
• understanding of contemporary pedagogy and the ability to differentiate and provide for a diverse range of ability
• a commitment to excellence as a classroom teacher
• Your cover letter should be no more than two pages and address the selection criteria by answering the following questions:
  • I bring my spirituality to my work by...
  • Learning is...
  • Through collaboration I have...
  • I promote 21st century learning by...
  • I am excited about the opportunity to join St James Primary, Banora Point because...

Please include a current CV, including the nomination of two (2) referees including a Parish Priest, Priest or Minister.

Enquiries to the school: 0755 249 ***

Applications must be received by 1:00pm Wednesday, 14 October 2026

Tweed Region

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.An Equal Opportunity Employer.