<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>St Brigid's Catholic Primary School Marrickville</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Monday, 4 May 2026<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Sunday, 29 March 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Temporary (Parental leave position for 2026 and concluding 27 January 2027)<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br> St Brigid's Catholic Primary School Marrickville is a vibrant and welcoming Catholic learning community located in Sydney's culturally rich Inner West. Our school celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where students, families and staff feel a strong sense of belonging. As part of Sydney Catholic Schools, we are inspired by the system's strategic vision, Magis 2033, which calls us to nurture the wonder, wisdom and witness of every student through excellence in teaching, faith formation and wellbeing. Staff at St Brigid's are part of a supportive and highly collaborative professional community that values shared expertise, innovative practice and ongoing professional growth. We welcome motivated, professional and faith-filled educators who are passionate about Catholic education and committed to empowering every child to flourish academically, spiritually and personally within a culture of respect, compassion and service.<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 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536</li> <li>salary packaging up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees</li> <li>ongoing training and professional development</li> <li>Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About You</strong><br><br> As a <strong>Year 5 Classroom Teacher</strong>, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:</p> <ul> <li>expertise in planning, implementing and evaluating the K-6 curriculum, using contemporary pedagogies and evidence-based practices to support high-impact learning</li> <li>a commitment to collaborative planning and professional dialogue with colleagues to enhance teaching practice and student outcomes</li> <li>strong classroom management skills with a clear focus on student wellbeing, positive relationships and restorative practices</li> <li>the ability to design inclusive, differentiated and rigorous learning experiences that meet the needs of all learners</li> <li>a commitment to nurturing students' faith development and participation in the Catholic life and mission of the school</li> <li>strong communication skills and the capacity to build positive partnerships with families and the wider school community</li> <li>a tertiary qualification in Education and current NESA accreditation</li> <li>Religious Education qualifications 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 and cover letter</li> <li>academic transcripts and statement of previous service</li> <li>three referees, including your current employer/principal and parish priest.</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/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/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></p>