Classroom Teacher

Sacred Heart Primary School, Pearce

Pearce, ACT 


Primary Teacher

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 10 July 2026


Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, partner with families to support student success, and contribute to the wider school community.

<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $82,796 to $136,848 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status</strong>: Full-time<br><strong>Eligibility</strong>: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> 25 January 2027</p> <p><strong>About Sacred Heart Primary School</strong></p> <p>Sacred Heart Primary School is a welcoming Catholic community committed to nurturing hearts, minds and spirits. With a strong focus on academic growth, faith formation and student wellbeing, the school offers a supportive team culture, engaged families, and a contemporary learning environment. We are a two-stream school catering for approximately 250 students.</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Inspire and support students on their learning journey by delivering engaging and meaningful lessons. You will have an opportunity to create an inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued and motivated to achieve their best. Beyond the classroom, you will collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, partner with families to support student success, and contribute to the wider school community. Committed to continuous improvement, you will be able to engage in professional learning and accreditation, upholding the highest standards of teaching and fostering a culture of excellence in education.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/">Catalyst</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications and Eligibility</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching</li> <li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance</li> <li>ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration</li> <li>Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>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 CECG policy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br> CECG 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.&nbsp;</p> <p>For further information about the School, please visit our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sacredhps.act.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries</strong>: Please contact David Austin on 02 6286 2443 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries</strong>: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/506941/classroom-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>