Classroom Teacher
- Deliver engaging lessons and create an inclusive classroom that supports students’ learning and development.
- Collaborate with colleagues and families, and contribute to the wider school community.
- Participate in professional learning and accreditation while maintaining high standards of teaching.
Salary Range: $85,694 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: 25 January 2027
About St Bede’s Primary School
St Bede’s is a vibrant Catholic co-educational primary school for students from K-6, nestled in the picturesque suburb of Red Hill in Canberra. Founded in 1963, our school is cherished for its warm, community-centred ethos, providing a supportive and inclusive environment that feels like family. With a small student body of around 250, St Bede’s offers teachers the unique opportunity to provide personalised attention, fostering deep connections with students and families alike. Here, educators are valued as part of a collaborative team dedicated to holistic development, academic excellence, and nurturing the potential of every child in a close-knit setting.
About the Role
Inspire and support students on their learning journey by delivering engaging and meaningful lessons. You will have an opportunity to create an inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued and motivated to achieve their best. Beyond the classroom, you will collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, partner with families to support student success, and contribute to the wider school community. Committed to continuous improvement, you will be able to engage in professional learning and accreditation, upholding the highest standards of teaching and fostering a culture of excellence in education.
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 Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) 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 in accordance with CACGEL policy.
CACGEL 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. For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.
Position-specific queries: Andrew Casey on ************ or via *******************************
Application queries: Recruitment team on ************ or via ******************************
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