Visual Arts Teacher

St Padre Pio Catholic Primary School

Principal:

Enquiries:daniel.bermingham@sppthornhillpark.catholic.edu.au

Co-Principal:

Applications Close:18/01/2026

Position: Teaching

Type:Ongoing

Hours per Week:Part-time

Role Description/Criteria

Visual Arts Teacher (0.4 FTE)
*St Padre Pio Catholic Primary School  - Opening 27/1/26!*

St Padre Pio Catholic Primary School is seeking a creative and passionate Visual Arts Teacher (0.4 FTE) to join our vibrant school community. Starting date for the role will be the 27/1/2026 (or as early as possible for the new school year).

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher who can inspire students to explore and express themselves through the Visual Arts. The successful applicant will deliver engaging and inclusive art programs that nurture creativity, build skills, and celebrate student achievement, while supporting the Catholic ethos and values of our school. Our visual arts specialist program will run across Tuesday and Wednesday in our foundation year. There will be a brand new fit for purpose Visual Arts classroom space ready for 2026.

The role also has the potential for an applicant to extend the FTE from 0.4 (2 days) to 0.6 (3 days) or 0.8 (4 days). The extra time will fill a flexible classroom support role (intervention, classroom support, ongoing CRT work).

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Visual Arts lessons aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.
• Foster creativity, self-expression, and appreciation of the arts in students.
• Organise and display student artwork to celebrate learning across the school.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all students.
• Contribute positively to the life of our school community.

Requirements

• Current VIT registration.
• Qualifications and/or experience in teaching Visual Arts.
• Strong knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum.
• Effective communication and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• The chance to inspire and nurture students’ creativity.

How to Apply

Please forward your Cover Letter and resume to principal Daniel Bermingham at daniel.bermingham@sppthornhillpark.catholic.edu.au

*St Padre Pio Catholic Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. The successful applicant will be subject to child safety screening, including a current VIT registration and referee checks.*

Application Procedure

Interested applicants should submit:

• A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and skills (no more than 2 pages)
• A current resume, including relevant experience and qualifications
• A list of at least 2 Referees (including at least one from current principal, if app, or recent employer)

Applications should be addressed to:

Mr Daniel Bermingham
(Principal, St Padre Pio CPS, Thornhill Park)

Details:

Address:64 Wiltshire Blvd
Thornhill Park

Phone:0435 053 335

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