Classroom Teacher (0.4 FTE - Ongoing)

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools; Torquay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St Therese School in Torquay invites applications from teachers dedicated to the Catholic ethos and student wellbeing. Applicants should be prepared to meet child safety checks and uphold the school’s code of conduct while delivering evidence-informed teaching aligned with MACS Vision for Instruction.

The role values collaboration with colleagues and families, data-informed planning, and creating calm, positive learning environments that support high expectations and inclusive learning for all

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic ethos, mission, vision and values of St Therese Catholic Primary School.
• Commitment to child safety and wellbeing and the St Therese Staff Code of Conduct.
• Knowledge and use of evidence-informed practice, including direct and explicit teaching, aligned with the MACS Vision for Instruction.
• Ability to use assessment and data to inform teaching, differentiate learning and maintain high expectations for all students.
• Ability to create calm, positive and engaging learning environments, with an understanding of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL).
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate positively and effectively with students, colleagues, families and the wider school community.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to Catholic ethos and school values.
• Uphold child safety and staff code of conduct.
• Use assessment data to inform teaching and differentiation.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families and the school community to support student learning.

Skills

Commitment to Catholic ethos

Child safety and wellbeing

Data-informed practice

Assessment for differentiation

Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)

Collaborative communication

Education

VIT registration (including provisional)

Religious Education accreditation or commitment

Job description

Role Description/Criteria

Role Description

St Therese School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and care of all children and upholds all Child Safe Standards as an expectation of all in the school community. Staff are required to meet child safety checks as part of the application process.

Selection Criteria - Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate:

• commitment to the Catholic ethos, mission, vision and values of St Therese Catholic Primary School
• commitment to child safety and wellbeing and the St Therese Staff Code of Conduct
• knowledge and use of evidence-informed practice, including direct and explicit teaching, aligned with the MACS Vision for Instruction
• ability to use assessment and data to inform teaching, differentiate learning and maintain high expectations for all students
• ability to create calm, positive and engaging learning environments, with an understanding of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL)
• ability to work collaboratively and communicate positively and effectively with students, colleagues, families and the wider school community.

Special Requirements

• preference that candidates hold accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School or at least demonstrate a commitment to obtain this accreditation.
• current Victorian Institute of Teaching registration (including provisional registration)
• applicants at any experience level, including graduates, are welcome to apply.

Application Procedures

Applications due by 4pm on Thursday 1st October 2026. Must be submitted via email to: [e-mail]. Visit Us: https://www.sttorquay.catholic.edu.au/