<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>St Therese Catholic Primary School Padstow</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Tuesday, 27 January 2026<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 7 November 2025<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br> St Therese Catholic Primary School, Padstow is a caring community in which the whole child is educated by experienced, committed teachers. As a one-stream school every student is known on an individual basis and their passions and capabilities are nurtured so that they flourish as well-rounded young people. With excellent resources and space to learn and play, children are able to explore, challenge themselves and interact together. All students receive the tailored attention that their learning requires, setting them on a path of lifelong learning.<br><br><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br> Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 74,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>competitive remuneration: up to $140,855. Base salary: $87,550 - $125,763</li> <li>salary packaging up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees</li> <li>ongoing training &amp; professional development</li> <li>discounts on gym memberships, wellbeing products &amp; more</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About You</strong><br><br> As a <strong>Classroom Teacher</strong>, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. We are seeking:</p> <ul> <li>proficient teacher with minimum 5 years teaching experience</li> <li>experience in catering for Gifted learners</li> <li>the ability to use data and assessment to cater for the diverse needs of students</li> <li>expertise in the K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies</li> <li>the ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents and students</li> <li>strong commitment to Catholic Education</li> <li>excellent classroom management skills focused on student well-being</li> <li>a tertiary qualification in Education &amp; NESA accreditation</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> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>current CV &amp; cover letter</li> <li>academic transcripts and statement of previous service</li> <li>three referees (including your current employer/principal) and a <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1000bBkDOiTSmfhZ-gQorrmhAXzBFmGHs/view?usp=sharing">Parish Priest Reference</a>.</li> </ul> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<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>&nbsp;<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><br> &nbsp;</p>