Primary Teacher - Swansea

St Nicholas Early Education; Swansea; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Swansea is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join their team. This role focuses on fostering a nurturing and engaging learning environment while adhering to the Catholic ethos. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating effective teaching programs that cater to diverse student needs, ensuring that each child reaches their full potential. The school values collaboration with staff and the community and emphasizes continuous improvement in teaching practices. If you are passionate about education and committed to making a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Corporate Fitness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Training and Development Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Long Service Leave

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic ethos and education.
• Ability to prepare compliant teaching programs.

Responsibilities

• Promote a nurturing and engaging learning environment.
• Differentiate learning based on student needs.

Skills

Catholic Education Commitment

Teaching Program Planning

Assessment Utilization

Collaborative Work

Innovative Mindset

Education

Four-Year Teaching Qualification

NESA Accreditation

Working with Children Check

Anaphylaxis Training

CPR Training

Job description

Are you a current employee of the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, including the Catholic Schools Office? Go to the Careers Portal to search and apply for your next role.

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

St Patrick's Primary School, Swansea is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Primary Teacher to join the team for the remainder of 2025.

St Patrick's Primary School, Swansea, endeavours to provide students with an enriched educational and caring environment with a focus on meeting the individual learning needs of each student.

Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.

• Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience.
• Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement.
• Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs.

The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively support the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions, you must also be Catholic.
• Ability to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas that meet the diverse characteristics, needs, and learning styles of students, encouraging them to reach their potential.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with school staff and the wider community to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes.
• Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher.
• Active NESA Accreditation.
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number.
• Completion of anaphylaxis training.
• Completion of CPR training.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with the New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged, and encouraged to excel and grow.
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Training and staff development programs.
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Lucy Harvey, Principal, at Tel: [phone] or via email: [e-mail]

TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND

• Provide a cover letter along with your resume.
• Address each of the selection criteria listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA in your cover letter, ensuring each response is no longer than 300 words.
• Preferred applicants will participate in orientation processes, including a formation conversation, after the interview, to introduce them to the local Parish context and the culture of the Catholic school.

Note: Not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications will only be considered if submitted through our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: Sunday, 11th May 2025 at 11.59 pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing abuse or neglect. It complies with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards, adopting a zero-tolerance approach to abuse. All employees must undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check as required by law.