Classroom Teacher (Leave Replacement)

St Joseph's Primary in Lockhart is seeking a Leave Replacement Teacher for Term 4 2026.

St Joseph’s Primary School Lockhart

At St Joseph's School, Lockhart our purpose is to make the person of Jesus Christ known and to inspire our students to be the best version of themselves.

We provide a wide range of learning opportunities over all Key Learning Areas and our staff are committed to developing positive, resilient and engaged young people who are life-long learners.

St Joseph’s Lockhart creates an environment that will encourage communication and self-responsibility and are preparing our students to help build a better world for all.

To find out more about St Joseph's School Lockhart, click here.

About Lockhart

A visit to beautiful Lockhart Shire is always a pleasure! Everywhere you go there is something to discover. Charming heritage towns with their own distinctive characters, quaint shops, the great outdoors, colourful events and a warm welcome. To find out more, click here.

Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?

Join Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) and become part of a supportive community spanning twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.

In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

Your New Role

As a Classroom Teacher, you’ll inspire young minds, foster a positive learning environment, and develop engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards. You’ll also provide individual attention to students, addressing their unique needs, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes. By building strong relationships with parents and guardians, you’ll support student success and make a lasting impact on their lives.

What We Can Offer

• Part-Time 0.4 FTE Leave Replacement Position for Term 4 2026
  • Job Share Position
  • Thursdays & Fridays
• Position Incentives
  • Petrol Allowance (if travelling more than 50km one way) (pro-rata)
• Discounted Bupa Health Insurance
• Salary Packaging
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology
• Access to Fitness Passport

Essential Criteria

• A commitment to the values, mission, and ethos of Catholic education and the broader Catholic Church
• Accreditation (or commitment to obtaining it) and contemporary knowledge of RE pedagogy and the Religious Education curriculum
• Appropriate tertiary qualifications
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the K-6 curriculum and the ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate high-quality curriculum programs that lead to improved student outcomes
• Skill in using assessment data to personalise and differentiate learning for a diverse range of student abilities
• Capacity to establish and maintain a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment where students are engaged and self-disciplined
• Shows flexibility, organisational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and develop positive relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider community
• NSW Working with Children Check
• NSW NESA Accreditation
• Accreditation for Teachers in a Catholic School (Category B, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or working towards Accreditation.

Applications and Enquiries

If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Lindi-Anne O'Connell oconnelll2@ww.catholic.edu.au

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their skills and experience to oconnelll2@ww.catholic.edu.au

If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.

All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW’s People, Development and Engagement Team.

Applications Close Friday 18 September 2026

NOTE: If you are applying from interstate, please note you will need to be Accredited to teach in NSW - please click here.

"CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care"

"CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds"