Intervention Teacher
Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time
Applications Close: 4 July 2025
<p><strong>St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Riverwood</strong> <br><strong>Commencement Date:</strong> Monday, 21 July 2025 <br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 4 July 2025 <br><strong>Capacity:</strong> Full-Time, Temporary<br><br><strong>Join us in shaping the future of our students!</strong><br><br>
Be part of <strong>St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Riverwood</strong>'s dedicated team, shaping the next generation with quality education and unwavering values. Apply now and embrace an exciting journey of teaching and professional growth.<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br>
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Riverwood is a close-knit, community-focused school where compassion, positivity, and teamwork define our ethos. Guided by the legacy of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop and the Sisters of St Joseph, we are committed to responding to the needs of others with love and action<br><br>
Academic excellence is at the heart of our mission, supported by a rich and engaging curriculum that both challenges and nurtures every learner. With a focus on a holistic approach to education, the school encourages intellectual, spiritual, emotional and social growth. Students are empowered to discover their talents through diverse enrichment and co-curricular programs, including music, sport and the creative arts. Student voice is valued, encouraging active participation in school life and decision-making.<br><br>
We value the deep connection between our Parish Priest, Fr John Doherty, and St Joseph's Catholic Parish Riverwood. This partnership helps the school and the families foster an environment that strengthens faith, encourages personal development, and builds a profound sense of belonging.<br><br><strong>Position Highlights</strong><br><br>
The successful applicant will join the school with a focus on providing quality Catholic education, maximising student outcomes by offering a rich, relevant and holistic curriculum that is student centred, flexible and challenging.<br><br>
This <strong>full-time, temporary</strong> role is scheduled to commence on <strong>Term 3 Monday, 21 July 2025</strong>. We welcome applications from recent graduates as well (if applicable).<br><br><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br>
In joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a>, you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and over 74,000 students. We enable job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and an extensive suite of professional development programs.<br><br>
SCS is renowned for excellence, with six schools in the top 100 and 13 in the top 150 of the 2024 HSC rankings. Over 51% of results were Band 5 or 6, and our students achieved 2,819 Distinguished Achiever mentions.<br><br>
Be part of a system that fosters academic, creative and vocational success, shaping future leaders every step of the way.<br><br>
In addition, we offer:</p>
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<li>remuneration package valued at up to $140,226. Base salary ranges from $87,550 to $125,763</li>
<li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li>
<li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li>
<li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products</li>
<li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li>
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<p><strong>About You</strong><br><br>
As an <strong>Intervention Teacher</strong>, you work to ensure every student reaches their full potential through high-quality, collaborative and engaging pedagogy.<br><br>
To excel in this role, you will be able to:</p>
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<li>create and implement engaging, rigorous planned learning experiences catering to the diverse needs of students</li>
<li>demonstrate sound knowledge in developing a K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies</li>
<li>utilise formative and summative assessments to drive student progress</li>
<li>employ a data-informed approach to setting challenging learning objectives and providing constructive feedback</li>
<li>support the inclusive Catholic religious and cultural environment for students</li>
<li>demonstrate excellent classroom management skills focused on student well-being</li>
<li>integrate technology to enhance contemporary learning experiences.</li>
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<p>You will have attained:</p>
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<li>a tertiary qualification in Education</li>
<li>eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)</li>
<li>Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools">Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead</a>.</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br>
Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the steps to submit your application. To complete the application process, please ensure you attach the following;</p>
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<li>current CV</li>
<li>cover letter</li>
<li>three referees, including your current employer/principal (where applicable) your last principal</li>
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<p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.<br><br>
If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><i><strong>Applicants may be interviewed and the positions filled before the closing date.</strong></i><br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong> <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/12NXlXECGafjFW1YktzO9pufOa_ypn22x/view">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong> <br>
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i></p>