Classroom Teacher

St Thomas Aquinas Primary, Belconnen (see more jobs from this school)

Charnwood, ACT 


Primary Teacher

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 30 November 2025


Inspire learning, build student confidence, and create pathways for holistic success!

<p><strong>Salary Range</strong>: $82,796&nbsp;to $136,848&nbsp;plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Full-time&nbsp;<br><strong>Eligibility</strong>:&nbsp;Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date</strong>: January 2026, Term One</p> <p><strong>About St Thomas Aquinas Primary School</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>St Thomas Aquinas Primary School is a Catholic co-educational Parish School from P-6 that is committed to the development of the individual child academically, socially and spiritually. The school enjoys expansive grounds and dedicated learning spaces, including the Arts. Students also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports and sporting clinics. Staff utilise teaching and learning pedagogy aligned with the Science of Learning, to inform their planning and selection of educational resources to enable the best outcomes of students.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The Teacher is a valuable member of the teaching team at St Thomas Aquinas. You will plan, deliver, and evaluate lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum, using a range of teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs. You will provide timely assessment and feedback, maintain strong communication and organisational skills, and work in partnership with colleagues and families.&nbsp;This position will involve teaching one of our senior classes between Years 3-6.</p> <p><i>This appointment is temporary to replace 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.</i></p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</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</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master in Teaching.</li> <li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance.</li> <li>ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.</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.</p> <p>For further information about the School, please visit our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://staquinas.act.edu.au/">website.&nbsp;</a>Information about the 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 Matthew Garton on 02 6258 4077 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:matthew.garton@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>matthew.garton@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:matthew.garton@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">matthew.garton@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;<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>&nbsp;</p> <p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506206/classroom-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>