Classroom Teacher - Year 1
Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time
Applications Close: 31 July 2026
<p><strong>St John's Catholic Primary School Auburn</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Monday, 3 August 2026<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 31 July 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Temporary for 2026<br><br><strong>Why Join Us</strong><br><br>
Join <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a>, NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At <strong>St John's Catholic Primary School Auburn</strong>, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.<br><br>
Benefits include:</p>
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<li>competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536</li>
<li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li>
<li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li>
<li>ongoing training and professional opportunities</li>
<li>access to Fitness Passport, WHEREFIT and other wellbeing products</li>
<li>generous Employee Referral Program</li>
<li>a wide range of further <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/rewards-benefits">rewards and benefits</a>.</li>
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<p><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br>
At St John's Catholic Primary School Auburn we celebrate diversity as we develop children into confident, resilient learners. Working in close partnership with parents, committed teachers use our stimulating learning environment to challenge each student to be their best.<br><br>
Student leadership is encouraged through the many co-curricular opportunities provided and through the positive behavioural standards we set in our safe, respectful and inclusive community. When coupled with the strong Catholic values that underpin all that we do, St John's is an excellent education choice for every child.<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br>
As a <strong>Classroom Teacher - Year 1</strong>, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:</p>
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<li>expertise in developing a K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies</li>
<li>strong classroom management and student well-being focus</li>
<li>ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences</li>
<li>a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation</li>
<li>Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools">Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead</a>.</li>
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<p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br><br>
Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p>
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<li>current CV and cover letter</li>
<li>academic transcripts and statement of previous service</li>
<li>three referees, including your current employer/principal and a parish priest.</li>
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<p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.<br><br>
If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong> <br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/view?usp=sharing">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong> <br>
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i><br>
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