Classroom Teacher

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School

Address:
Dalmeny Drive, PRESTONS, NSW

Years:
K-6

Gender:
Co-educational

Classroom Teacher

St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School Prestons
Start Date: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Application Closing Date: Wednesday, 24 December 2025
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary

About Our School

St Catherine of Siena School was founded in 1999. As a Catholic School in the Archdiocese of Sydney, our school is one of 147 schools in Sydney Catholic Schools.

Our students enjoy learning in an environment that is rich in creativity and challenge, where they can grow and become compassionate, confident, and highly skilled learners. The learning opportunities provided by the dedicated staff value the unique passions and gifts of every child.

We are a Catholic community inspired and challenged by the example of Jesus Christ and St Catherine of Siena. Our school is an integral part of the parish community of St Francis Xavier Lurnea and is strongly supported by our parish priest.

Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools

Joining Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) 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:

• competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 – $129,536
• salary packaging up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees
• ongoing training and professional development
• Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more
• generous Employee Referral Program.

About You

As a Classroom Teacher, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:

• expertise in developing a K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies
• strong classroom management and student well-being focus
• ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences
• a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation
• Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Application Process

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your application, including:

• current CV and cover letter
• academic transcripts and statement of previous service
• three referees, including your current employer/principal and parish priest.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety
Click here to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

*SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.*