Visual Arts Teacher

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School; Georges River; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 133,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Salary up to AUD 149,433 (pro-rata)

School fee discount up to 25%

Professional development

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Fitness Passport

Employee Referral Program

Other benefits

Job summary

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Kogarah is seeking a Visual Arts Teacher for a 0.8 FTE, temporary role. You will inspire students through student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment, delivering a Dynamic K-6 Visual Arts program that aligns with the curriculum and enhances student well-being.

Required: tertiary qualification in Education with NESA accreditation and, ideally, Religious Education qualifications or willingness to obtain them.

Qualifications

• Experience designing K-6 Visual Arts programs.
• Ability to apply engaging, student-centered teaching methods.
• Commitment to inclusive, rigorous learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Visual Arts teaching aligned to K-6 curriculum within a Catholic learning environment.
• Create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences and assess student progress.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to support student growth and faith formation.

Skills

Curriculum development (K-6)

Creative Arts pedagogy

Classroom management

Student wellbeing focus

Education

Bachelor of Education

NESA accreditation

Religious Education qualifications or willing

Job description

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School – Kogarah NSW

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Kogarah
Start Date:Thursday, 28 January 2027
Application Closing Date:Thursday, 19 November 2026
Employment Type: Part-Time(0.8 FTE, 4 days/week),Temporary

Why Join Us

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

Benefits include:

• competitive remuneration: up to $149,433. Base salary: $92,882 – $133,422, paid on a pro-rata basis
• 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
• health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School Kogarah is a warm, welcoming community where tradition and cultural diversity are embraced. As a Catholic community, we cherish every opportunity to express and celebrate our faith through prayer, liturgy, and the Sacraments in partnership with our parish. Our beliefs and values are woven into all aspects of school life.

Our dedicated and professional staff work closely with parents to ensure every child receives an educational experience that supports their growth and helps them reach their full potential. Central to our mission is fostering positive relationships where each student is known, safe, and cared for. We are united in our commitment to our school motto: “Through Prayer and Work we Grow”.

About You

As a Visual Arts 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 in the Creative Arts
• 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.