Primary Teacher

Brightwaters Christian College; Taunton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Christian educational institution in Taunton seeks qualified primary teachers for a part-time (0.8FTE) maternity leave position starting January 2026. You will teach within a supportive Christian environment, promoting student growth and development. Ideal candidates will have teaching qualifications, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to a biblical worldview. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Salary packaging & benefits program

Opportunities for growth in faith and skills

Qualifications

• Qualified primary teacher with strong interpersonal skills.
• Willing to receive feedback and implement in teaching.
• Active Christian faith and regular church attendance.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support students within a Christian environment.
• Implement a biblical worldview in teaching.
• Contribute to a strong Christian school culture.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Interpersonal skills

Ability to teach from a biblical worldview

Commitment to student growth

Education

Teaching qualifications

Registered or eligible for NESA registration

Job description

About Brightwaters

Brightwaters Christian College is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish and be a positive influence on the world around them. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are“well known, well loved, and well taught”by dedicated, trained, Christian staff.

CEM is a growing network, with 17 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.

Brightwaters Christian College is located on the beautiful western shores of Lake Macquarie and caters for K-10. The College is a co-ed, Christian school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus. While the school community is smaller, the learning culture is strong and the potential to grow the school great.

We’re praying for the right staff to come and join our team and we’re thankful that you would consider our College as a place where you will have meaningful relationships and do meaningful work.

An opportunity exists to join a fantastic, committed Christian team, in teaching and supporting students within a Christian environment and biblical worldview. We are seeking applications from qualified primary teachers who are enthusiastic, have excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to Christian schooling.

This part-time (0.8FTE) maternity leave position is due to start in January 2026 until December 2026.

The position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for identity, rights to work in Australia, and child protection in accordance with CEM policy.

About You

• You have suitable teaching qualifications and are registered with NESA (or eligible to be registered).
• You are enthusiastic and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• You’re willing to receive feedback on your teaching and implement changes in your pursuit of excellence as a teacher.
• You care deeply for your students and desire to see them grow and flourish mentally, physically, socially and spiritually, as they develop the resilience and character to succeed beyond school.
• You have a strong commitment to Christian schooling and are able to teach from a biblical worldview..
• You have an active Christian faith and regularly attend church

• Work within a school leadership that has a clear Christian vision and a strong Christian culture.
• Competitive salary, packaging & benefits program.
• Grow in your faith, skills, & experience.
• Play an active part in growing the school and providing quality Christian care to students.