<p><strong>Villa Maria Catholic Primary School Hunters Hill</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Thursday, 28 January 2027<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Sunday, 1 November 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Part-Time (0.5 FTE), Temporary&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Why Join Us</strong><br><br> Join <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/"><strong>Sydney Catholic Schools</strong></a> (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Villa Maria Catholic Primary School Hunters Hill, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.<br><br> Benefits include:</p> <ul> <li>competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536, paid on a pro-rata basis</li> <li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>ongoing training and professional opportunities</li> <li>access to Fitness Passport 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"><strong>rewards and benefits</strong></a>.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br> At Villa Maria Catholic Primary School Hunters Hill, we take pride in providing exceptional Catholic education within a nurturing and supportive community. As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to inspire and guide our students toward excellence while thriving in a collaborative and engaging workplace culture.<br><br> We are celebrated for our vibrant and strong Catholic community, where students are empowered to live, learn, and shine. With a strong focus on learning diversity, we offer children the opportunity to explore their interests and excel. Our social justice programs foster faith formation and our close partnership with parents and the parish allows us to live out the values of faith, hope, courage and generosity in everything we do.<br><br> We are seeking a faith-filled and exemplary educator who:</p> <ul> <li>demonstrates a positive, 'can-do' attitude</li> <li>is flexible, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement</li> <li>strives for excellence in all aspects of their teaching practice</li> <li>places the needs and wellbeing of children at the centre of their work.</li> </ul> <p>The successful applicant will join a dedicated and professional team of educators who work together to nurture every child academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br> As a Kindergarten Teacher (5 day fortnight), you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:</p> <ul> <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"><strong> Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead</strong></a><strong>.</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <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> </ul> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/13DKE1LjBT2PfRxXxeE2lmEvoiUphuqr7/view"><strong>Click here</strong> </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>&nbsp;<br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br> SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</p>