Classroom Teacher
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 20 September 2025
Inspire young minds and create engaging lessons. Join a supportive school community where you can make a real impact, collaborate with great colleagues, and grow professionally!
<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong> $82,796 to $136,848 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service. <br><strong>Employment</strong> <strong>Status</strong>: Full-time<br><strong>Eligibility</strong>: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date: </strong>Term 1, 2026</p>
<p><strong>About St Thomas the Apostle Primary School</strong></p>
<p>St Thomas the Apostle Primary School believes in a strong partnership between home and school. Staff are highly enthusiastic to enhance the holistic development of students under their care. Through linking core curriculum areas, the staff community strives for relevance and authenticity for their teaching and learning programs to assist the children to develop skills for an enriching, active and purposeful future.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong> </p>
<p>The Classroom Teacher is central to supporting both the learning and wellbeing of every student. You will provide engaging, evidence-based lessons that challenge and extend learners, while nurturing a positive environment where all students can flourish. Outside the classroom, you’ll actively contribute to the life of our school, building strong partnerships with colleagues and families. At St Thomas’, our teachers spark curiosity, encourage growth, and embody our values by living with purpose, loving with kindness, and learning with confidence.</p>
<p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities </strong></p>
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<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> </li>
<li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice </li>
<li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) </li>
<li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) </li>
<li>Support for professional development and study opportunities </li>
<li>Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish </li>
<li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice</li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications </strong></p>
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<li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching</li>
<li>Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration</li>
<li>Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration</li>
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<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 in accordance with CECG policy. <br>
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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. </p>
<p>For further information about the School, please visit our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.sttap.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>. </p>
<p><strong>Position-specific queries</strong>: Please contact Ursula Jamieson on 02 6231 4144 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:ursula.jamieson@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>ursula.jamieson@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:ursula.jamieson@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Classroom%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">ursula.jamieson@cg.catholic.edu.au</a> <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>
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<p> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505781/classroom-teacher">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>