Classroom Teacher

Sacred Heart Primary School, Pearce

Pearce, ACT 


Primary Teacher

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 8 August 2025


a primary school where you’ll plan curriculum-aligned lessons, support student development, and contribute to school life through collaboration, communication with families, and a focus on student wellbeing.

<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp;$80,184 to $130,910&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Full-time&nbsp;<br><strong>Eligibility:</strong>&nbsp;Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong>&nbsp;Negotiable&nbsp;&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br><strong>About Sacred Heart Primary School&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Sacred Heart Primary School is an inclusive Catholic community where every student is valued and supported. Passionate teachers create engaging, modern learning environments that nurture growth, curiosity, and success. With a focus on&nbsp;individualised&nbsp;learning, leadership opportunities, and strong values of respect and peer support, students thrive academically and socially. From our vibrant school choir to our Buddies and Peer Support programs, Sacred Heart is a place where friendships flourish and potential is unlocked.</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>A Classroom Teacher plays a key role in delivering high quality education aligned with the curriculum and school values. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, using a range of teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of students. You will create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student wellbeing, encourages academic excellence, and fosters a love of learning. The role involves regular assessment and feedback, maintaining accurate records of student progress, and working closely with specialist staff to support individual learning needs. You will also be expected to communicate effectively with parents, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in school life through staff meetings, supervision duties, and collaborative planning.</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching&nbsp;</li> <li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)&nbsp;</li> <li>Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br> For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sacredhps.act.edu.au/">website.</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited&nbsp;(CECG) can be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:&nbsp;</strong>Please contact David Austin&nbsp;on 02 6286 2443&nbsp;or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries: </strong>Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505599/classroom-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>