Classroom Teacher

Salary Range: $85,694 to $141,638 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.

Employment Status: Full-time | Contract from Term 4 (12 October 2026) till end of 2026 school year

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: 12 October 2026

About Sacred Heart Primary School

Sacred Heart Primary School, located in Pearce in Canberra's south, is a welcoming Catholic school community of approximately 250 students, dedicated to nurturing the hearts, minds and spirits of every child. Grounded in Gospel values and the Catholic tradition, the school provides a safe, inclusive and faith-filled environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Sacred Heart offers a close-knit and supportive setting where strong relationships between students, staff and families foster a genuine sense of belonging. The school is committed to high-quality teaching and learning, student wellbeing, and developing young people who are compassionate, resilient and inspired to make a positive contribution to their community.

About the Role

This full-time Year 5 teaching position for Term 4 offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated educator to foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality teaching and learning programs aligned with the curriculum, supporting the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of students, and working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and the wider school community. The role requires a commitment to student wellbeing, effective classroom management, and the use of contemporary teaching practices to meet the diverse learning needs of all students while contributing positively to the life and culture of the school.

This is a temporary appointment for Term 4 only. The position will be advertised and recruited as a permanent role commencing in 2027.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) policy.

Application Process

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 CACGEL policy.

CACGEL 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.

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Contact David Austin on 02 6286 2443 or via email david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au

Application queries: Contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

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