Classroom Teacher
Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time
Applications Close: 9 November 2025
Inspire young minds and create engaging lessons. Join a supportive school community where you can make a real impact, collaborate with great colleagues, and grow professionally!
<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $81,439 to $137,861 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.</p>
<p><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Full-time and Part-time | 12 Month-Contract</p>
<p><strong>Eligibility: </strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident</p>
<p><strong>Start Date: </strong>January 2026, Term One</p>
<p><strong>About St Mary's Primary School</strong></p>
<p>St Mary’s Primary is a welcoming, faith-centred school that provides a nurturing and dynamic environment for children of Young and the surrounding areas. Here, students are supported through challenging and enriching learning opportunities that encourage both academic growth and personal development. With a strong foundation of warmth and care, each child is empowered to flourish and build the confidence essential for success in today’s ever-changing world. St Mary’s is dedicated to fostering a supportive community where every student feels valued and inspired to reach their fullest potential. </p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong> </p>
<p>Classroom Teachers play a key role in inspiring and supporting students through engaging, evidence-based lessons that align with the curriculum and cater to diverse learning needs. They create inclusive environments where every student feels valued and empowered to succeed, using ongoing assessment and feedback to guide progress and maintain accurate records of student development. Teachers collaborate with colleagues to share best practice, work in partnership with families to support learning, and actively contribute to the wider school community. The Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG), teachers are supported with regular professional learning and accreditation opportunities, reflecting CECG’s commitment to excellence, growth, and continuous improvement in education.</p>
<p>There are two temporary positions available one is replacing an employee who is on parental leave. The incumbent is entitled to return earlier to their substantive position in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009. The other is temporary to replace an employee who is on leave or secondment. </p>
<p>This position is full-time from January to September 2026, and will continue on a part-time basis (60.8 hours per fortnight) from October to December 2026.</p>
<p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong> </p>
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<li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a> </li>
<li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice </li>
<li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) </li>
<li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) </li>
<li>Support for professional development and study opportunities </li>
<li>Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish </li>
<li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices</li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications </strong></p>
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<li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching</li>
<li>NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)</li>
<li>NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation</li>
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<p><strong>Application Process</strong> </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. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.<br><br>
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.</p>
<p>For further information about the School, please visit our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.stmarysyoung.nsw.edu.au/">website.</a> Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>. </p>
<p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong> Please contact Peter Hughes on 02 62382 5844 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:peter.hughes@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>peter.hughes@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:peter.hughes@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">peter.hughes@cg.catholic.edu.au</a> <br><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <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>. </p>
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<p> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506080/classroom-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>