<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $92,882 to 141,997 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Full-time&nbsp;| 12-month contract &nbsp;<br><strong>Eligibility:</strong> Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Thursday, 4 February 2027 | Term One&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br><strong>About St Francis Xavier Primary</strong></p> <p>St Francis Xavier School is located in Western New South Wales and has served the community of Lake Cargelligo and surrounds for over 95 years. Our staff and students work, learn, and play on Wiradjuri land, along with First Nations peoples from Nyaampa and Barkenjii nations. Our community and industry combine agriculture and small business. The school is well-resourced, delivering quality direct instruction programs in line with the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) Catalyst direction, with high expectations for student learning and improvement. A priority for our school is that students develop a strong sense of belonging with a focus on community. Our learning environments aim to develop independent and creative, life-long learners, and our staff ensure that every student is known and valued. Professional development is strongly encouraged throughout the year for all staff members. High ratios of Classroom Support Assistants provide teachers and students with essential scaffolding and collaboration.</p> <p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The Classroom Teacher plays a key role in fostering a positive and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive. Working collaboratively with colleagues and school leadership, you will design and deliver effective learning programs, support student wellbeing, maintain high professional standards, and contribute to the achievement of whole-school priorities and goals.</p> <p><i>This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on parental leave. The incumbent is entitled to return earlier to their substantive position in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.</i></p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Reimbursement of relocation expenses of up to $3,000</li> <li>Located approximately 1.5 hours' drive from Griffith, for specialised medical centres, shopping malls, public transport, dining options, and recreational activities.</li> <li>Sport and recreation such as netball, rugby league and the gym.&nbsp;The attractive rural area offers great outdoor living. Start a hobby in water sports, fishing, walking and cycling.&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to Hospital, Doctors, Pharmacy, Supermarkets, Banking Facilities and a ServiceNSW shopfront.</li> <li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au/?ct=1787883016441">Catalyst</a></li> <li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;and Eligibility&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching</li> <li>NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)</li> <li>NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation</li> <li>Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</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.&nbsp;</p> <p>Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.&nbsp;</p> <p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sfxlake.nsw.edu.au/">website</a>. Information about CACGEL can be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Rachael Morris&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6898 1611 or via email <a href="mailto:rachael.morris@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">rachael.morris@cg.catholic.edu.au</a><br><strong>Application queries: </strong>Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<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><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/507338/classroom-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>