Performing Arts Teacher (0.6 FTE - Fixed Term)

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd; Torquay; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

St Therese School, part of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools, is seeking a dedicated teacher to join its primary team in Torquay. You will model the Catholic values, deliver engaging lessons and uphold child safety standards.

Candidates will use assessment data to differentiate learning and create calm, positive classrooms. Accreditation in Religious Education and VIT registration are preferred; graduates welcome.

Qualifications

• Commitment to child safety and wellbeing, with adherence to school codes.
• Ability to teach with evidence-informed practice aligned to MACS Vision.
• Experience creating calm, positive and engaging learning environments.
• Ability to collaborate with students, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to Catholic ethos and school values.
• Use assessment and data to inform teaching and differentiate learning.
• Create calm, positive and engaging learning environments.
• Collaborate and communicate with students, families and the wider school community.
• Uphold child safety standards in all procedures.

Skills

Catholic ethos commitment

Child safety commitment

Evidence-informed practice

Assessment & data use

Positive Behaviour for Learning

Collaborative communication

Education

VIT registration (incl. provisional)

Religious Education accreditation

Job description

Role Description/Criteria

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