Job Description

Salary Range: $92,882 to $141,997 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.

Employment Status: Part-time | 30.40 hours per fortnight

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: Negotiable

About St Bernard’s Primary School

St Bernard’s Primary School is a Catholic co-educational school within the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn, catering to approximately 380 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are committed to delivering a high-quality, evidence-based Catholic education that supports the academic and emotional development of each child. Our dedicated staff work in a collaborative, inclusive, and child-safe environment, with strong partnerships between school and families. At St Bernard’s, we value professionalism, innovation, and a shared commitment to helping every student reach their full potential.

About the Role

The Classroom Teacher plays an important role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment where students feel known, valued, and encouraged to succeed. You will build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues while delivering engaging learning that supports academic and personal growth.

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 (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation
• 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 the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Karen Hadley on 02 4472 4446 or via email karen.hadley@cg.catholic.edu.au.

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