<p><strong>Commencing 3 February 2026 &nbsp;- Concluding 7 February 2027 (Maternity leave position)</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>WHAT MAKES OUR SCHOOL GREAT!&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>St Joseph's Parish School, Balranald, is a K-6 school with an enrolment of 43 students.&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><strong>Small, connected school</strong> – with around 43 students, you’ll build strong, meaningful connections with each child and their family</li> <li><strong>Individualised support strategies</strong> – We use data-driven teaching, data walls, and targeted literacy and numeracy interventions to help all students succeed</li> <li><strong>Innovative teaching environment</strong> – One‑to‑one Chromebooks, interactive projectors, flexible learning spaces, and Google Workspace tools.</li> <li><strong>Supportive, professional staff team</strong> - committed to collaboration, wellbeing and ongoing professional learning</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>A BIT ABOUT BALRANALD</strong></p> <p>Set on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, Balranald offers the perfect mix of outback charm and community warmth. Life here is relaxed and welcoming, with a strong sense of connection in a town where people know and support each other. Affordable housing and a low cost of living make it an attractive place to settle, while modern services—schools, healthcare, shops, cafés and clubs—ensure convenience is never far away. Surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, including Mungo and Yanga National Parks, Balranald is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who love fishing, camping, bushwalking, or simply soaking up riverside views. Rich in Indigenous heritage and pioneering history, the town has a vibrant cultural heart, complemented by festivals and community events that bring people together. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful lifestyle, space to grow, or an affordable tree-change with real character, Balranald is a welcoming place to call home.</p> <p><strong>TEACHER INCENTIVES INCLUDE:</strong></p> <p>Maximum Package valued at $34,000 (incentives will be pro-rated for 1 term)</p> <ul> <li>Total incentive payment - $10,000 <ul> <li>$5000 upfront</li> <li>$5000 distributed throughout the year</li> </ul></li> <li>Removalist allowance - Up to $5000</li> <li>Rental subsidy - up to $15,000</li> <li>Retention payment - $4000 after the first 12 months, increasing over 5 years</li> </ul> <p><strong>FOR MORE INFORMATION</strong></p> <p><strong>Position specific queries:</strong> Please contact Natalie Lay (Principal) on 0419 502 009</p> <p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6853 9300</p> <p>For more positions vacant in the diocese visit our <a href="http://www.wf.catholic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">CEWF website</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>