St Josephs Primary, Leeton

St Joseph's Primary School, Leeton is a place where our goal each day is for your child to find our school a place of faith, friendship, joy, discovery, challenge and learning.

The dedicated and committed staff members of St Joseph’s Primary school are aware of the special privilege they share in the education of their students. We recognise that children learn at different rates and in different ways. Therefore we provide learning experiences that are child centred, differentiated, relevant and meaningful. As a result, St Joseph’s boasts a fine history of academic excellence.

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

About Leeton

Leeton, in the heart of Australia's food bowl, is at the centre of the most productive region in the country.

Leeton is a friendly town situated in the heart of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA) offering a wide variety of experiences for locals and visitors alike. The town exemplifies contemporary rural Australia with its rich heritage, diverse agriculture and renowned country hospitality.

To find out more about the friendly & wonderful community of Leeton, 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

• Parental Leave Replacement Position - Full-Time or Part-Time
• Commencement 28 April 2025 - 19 December 2025
• Access to Salary Packaging (Maxxia is our Salary Packaging Provider)
• Discounted Bupa Health insurance
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology
• Salary determined by NESA Accreditation and Teaching Service

Essential Criteria

• An understanding of and commitment to the ideals of Catholic Education
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• An ability to work as part of a team and contribute positively to staff professional culture
• Adaptable and flexible in work situations
• Ability to assist students with additional needs such as learning, medical or regulation
• Ability to undertake specific tasks with small groups of children or individual learners
• Accreditation to teach Religious Education in the Wagga Wagga Diocese and a commitment to the Catholic Faith (or working towards)
• An effective classroom practitioner with a sound knowledge of the curriculum and contemporary pedagogy
• Ability to work collaboratively within a positive, student focused team
• Current First Aid certificate and anaphylaxis training
• Current NSW Working With Children

Applications and Enquiries

If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact; Mary Jane Simms on 02 69533248.

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria via email to: sjle-applications@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 and Culture team.

Applications close on Wednesday 19 March 2025

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

CEDWW 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.