Maternity Leave Position beginning Term 3 2026 - Classroom Teacher

Our Lady of The Way Catholic Primary School

Principal: Mr Terry Cooney

Enquiries: principal@ourladywallan.catholic.edu.au

Co-Principal:

Applications Close: 14/04/2026

Position: Teaching

Type: Fixed Term

Hours per Week: Full-time

Role Description/Criteria

CLASSROOM TEACHER ROLE DESCRIPTION

Our Lady of the Way Catholic Primary School is a P-6 School in Wallan East. We are a rapidly expanding school which has developed an excellent reputation as a welcoming community providing quality education within a Catholic school context, and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.

This is a Maternity Leave Replacement Position beginning July 13th, the beginning of Term 3 and concluding at the end of the 2026 School Year. There is the possibility of future employment at the school. Applications are invited from suitably qualified, highly motivated and passionate educators, both experienced teachers and graduates are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate must be able to accept and support the ethos of the School and commit to forming part of our growing staff team. This exciting opportunity requires a commitment to working as part of a collegial network with a focus on contemporary practices. Becoming a member of the Our Lady of the Way team means you will be part of the learning journey and ongoing development of our vibrant community where collaboration is essential.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must:

• Understand and support the Catholic ethos and vision of the School, and be willing to be involved in School and Parish activities
• Display a love of learning and a passion for working with young children
• Possess VIT registration
• Be familiar and comply with all requirements of Child Safety, policies and legal responsibilities concerning the safety, care and wellbeing of all students.

Those wishing to apply should then include:

• A cover letter
• Copy of Curriculum Vitae
• Names of three referees (including current employer / Principal)

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants are asked to demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to Catholic education
• An ability to develop and maintain professional and caring relationships with students, parents and colleagues
• An ability to create a collaborative learning environment that educates, challenges and engages
• Provide students with a child-safe environment
• Be familiar with and comply with the school's child-safe policy and code of conduct, and any other policies or procedures relating to child safety
• An eagerness to learn
• An enthusiasm to implement a differentiated curriculum and use modern technology to support student learning
• An enthusiasm to address the challenges and opportunities that being a member of a young school will present
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team and be involved in educational leadership is essential
• A willingness to be actively involved in the school community.

Applications should be addressed to the Acting Principal, Mrs. Annette Moore and sent via email to Principal@ourladywallan.catholic.edu.au before 4pm Tuesday 14th April 2026.

Details:

Address: 30 Alcantara Boulevard Wallan East

Phone: 8609 1784

Website: https://ourladywallan.catholic.edu.au