Classroom Teacher

Classroom Teacher

Sydney Catholic Schools

Location: Penshurst Work Type: Full-time, Permanent On-site/Remote: On-site

Why Join Us Become part of Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education network, serving over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At St Declan's Catholic Primary School Penshurst, you will contribute to daily impact, advance your career, and benefit from robust professional learning.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536
• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• Up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Access to Fitness Passport, WHEREFIT, and other wellbeing products
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• A broad spectrum of additional rewards and benefits

About Our School St Declan's Catholic Primary School is a vibrant Catholic community of faith, closely associated with St Declan's Parish in Penshurst. Our identity as a Catholic community is shaped by St Mary of the Cross MacKillop and St Declan. With new, upgraded facilities opening soon, this is an opportune moment to join our school. You will collaborate with a dedicated staff committed to contemporary teaching and learning practices. We are accredited as a Newman Selective Gifted Education school, providing our gifted students with a rigorous, research-based enrichment program, supported by high-quality professional development for staff. Our dynamic, multicultural student body enjoys ample opportunities in sport and the arts. We invite you to consider joining us during this significant period in our school's history.

About You As a Classroom Teacher, your role will be to inspire students through engaging, student-centered instruction within a Catholic learning environment. You will possess:

• Expertise in developing K-6 Curriculum and applying effective learning pedagogies.
• Strong classroom management skills and a focus on student well-being.
• The ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences.
• A tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation.
• Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to obtain them in accordance with the Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

How to Apply Click 'Apply' to submit your application. Please include:

• Your current CV and cover letter.
• Academic transcripts and a statement of previous service.
• Details for three referees, including your current employer/principal and a parish priest.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is contingent upon screening conducted by the Central Office People & Culture Services team. For technical assistance or general inquiries, please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) •••• •297 between 8 am and 5 pm, Monday to Friday.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety Please access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety to join us in fostering a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working With Children Check (WWCC) This position is classified as child-related work and requires a WWCC clearance before employment can commence.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Start Date: Wednesday, 27 January 2027 Application Closing Date: Monday, 27 July 2026