Primary Hybrid Arts Teacher – Visual Arts & Performing Arts
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.38 FTE)
Applications Close: 16 November 2026
We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and creative Primary Arts Teacher to join our school community in a unique hybrid role encompassing both Visual Arts and Performing Arts.
This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who believes in the power of the arts to inspire, engage and enrich student learning. The successful candidate will bring energy, imagination and a love of the arts to the classroom, creating meaningful and engaging experiences that allow every student to explore their creativity, develop their skills and celebrate their achievements.
<p>Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School:</p>
<p>Sacred Heart School is where each child has the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to participate meaningfully and actively in society through a motivating and challenging environment. We are committed to facilitate the growth in faith of each child through scripture, tradition and prayer. Sacred Heart is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</p>
<p>Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the part time position of 'The Arts' teacher. The position commences on the 27 January 2026. The approximate load will be 0.38 to 0.40</p>
<p>The position will involve teaching students from Prep to Year 6 for one hour per week, delivering a rich and engaging arts program aligned with the Victorian Curriculum across both Visual Arts and Performing Arts.</p>
<p>The successful candidate will:</p>
<ul>
<li>demonstrate a commitment to the values and ethos of a Catholic school</li>
<li>plan and deliver creative, engaging and purposeful learning experiences across Visual Arts and Performing Arts.</li>
<li>develop students' artistic skills, confidence, creativity and self-expression.</li>
<li>provide a diverse range of hands on, practical and performance based experiences that celebrate learning.</li>
<li>Values the importance of celebrating the learning journey, not just the finished product.</li>
<li>foster an inclusive environment where all students are encouraged to explore, experiment, take creative risks and share their talents.</li>
<li>make meaningful connections between the visual and performing arts, providing opportunities for students to develop a broad appreciation of artistic expression.</li>
<li>contribute to whole school arts initiatives and celebrations.</li>
<li>embrace a collegial team based approach to teaching and learning</li>
<li>monitor, evaluate and report student progress.</li>
<li>build positive supportive relationships with students, parents and colleagues</li>
<li>demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Child Safety.</li>
</ul>
<p>About the Role</p>
<p>A highlight of our arts program is the opportunity for students to showcase their learning and creativity through our whole-school arts events.</p>
<p>Our school alternates between a Whole School Arts Show and a School Production on a biannual basis. The focus of the arts program will reflect the major whole-school event for that year, allowing the successful candidate to shape learning experiences that build towards an exciting and authentic celebration of student achievement.</p>
<p>In 2027, our focus will be a Whole-School Arts Show, providing students with the opportunity to exhibit and celebrate their creative work. The successful candidate will play an important role in developing and coordinating the program, supporting students to create, curate and showcase their artwork as part of this special community event.</p>
<p>The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children. All teachers are welcome to apply and will be supported to understand and enact the Catholic ethos.</p>
<p>Applicants should hold:</p>
<ul>
<li>current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration</li>
<li>Bachelor of Education or equivalent tertiary qualification</li>
<li>Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School is an advantage.</li>
</ul>
<p>The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for the vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.</p>
<p><i>All students attending Sacred Heart Primary School have the right to feel safe. The care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people is a fundamental responsibility of all within our school community. </i></p>
<p>Information about our wonderful school community can be found on our school website: shoakleigh.catholic.edu.au</p>