Job Description

Salary Range: $94,596 to $141,638 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.

Employment Status: Full-time

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: Negotiable

About St Thomas the Apostle Primary School

St Thomas the Apostle School is a welcoming Catholic school community where faith, learning and wellbeing are at the heart of all we do. We are committed to helping every child flourish through high-quality teaching, strong relationships and a culture of belonging. Guided by our Catholic values, we inspire students to grow in knowledge, confidence and compassion, becoming active and positive contributors to the world around them. We foster a love of learning and support every student to achieve their personal best.

About the Role

Classroom Teachers nurture the growth of every child through meaningful learning, caring relationships and a strong commitment to our Catholic faith. Using Explicit Direct Instruction (EDI) and knowledge-rich units of work, they create engaging and inclusive learning experiences that build strong foundations for success. Through collaboration with colleagues, families and the wider community, our teachers inspire curiosity, confidence and a love of learning, helping every child to flourish and become the very best version of themselves.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave, regardless of caregiver status
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process

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.

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.

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Ursula Jamieson on 02 6231 4144 or ursula.jamieson@cg.catholic.edu.au

Application queries:  Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au