St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Lithgow
A Co-educational School Years K-6
Temporary, Part Time Position -0.3FTE (Under Leave Coverage)
Commencing: Term 1, 2025 - Until Term 3, 2025

About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an approachable and caring Primary Classroom Teacher to join the supportive team at St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School in Lithgow, NSW. The teacher in a Catholic school is someone who can encourage development and nurture the personal, spiritual and educational growth of each and every student. 

We are seeking a Teacher who understands and commits to supporting the mission and ethos of Catholic education within the school by:

• Creating a learner-centred, supportive, and cooperative learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.

• Developing and implementing quality curriculum programs using effective teaching methods; assess and report student progress.

• Using inclusive teaching strategies and adapt practices for equitable education.

• Analysing student assessment data to identify learning barriers and encourage improvement.

• Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance student outcomes.

• Collaborating with school leadership, staff, and contribute to school life.

• Providing student supervision and assist in organising extracurricular activities.

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About You
We are looking for someone able to address the following selection criteria:

• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach in NSW.

• Capacity to monitor and assess student learning data and to use this data to inform teaching for improved student learning.

• Demonstrate a commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and a capacity to reflect on, evaluate and improve professional knowledge and practice in a professional learning team. 

• The desire to engage with and contribute to a Catholic learning organisation 

• The ability to develop positive relationships in the classroom based on mutual respect, patience and understanding

• Up to date knowledge of NESA and Australian Curriculum requirements for all stages in your KLA area

About Our Offer
Our teachers are valued and enjoy the many benefits of working with Catholic Education, Diocese of Bathurst.  Some benefits include:

• Support your aspirations in your teaching leadership journey with access to leadership development

• Positive, engaging, and supportive culture

• An organisation who is committed to fostering professional growth and provides various opportunities for ongoing training and development

• Benefit from being part of a larger network within the Catholic Education system and create strong, lifelong teacher networks

• Lithgow's cultural charm is evident through its local art galleries, craft shops, and community events that celebrate its heritage and artistic spirit

• Lithgow is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including the Blue Mountains and Wollemi National Park

Click here to find out more about Lithgow, NSW.

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St. Patrick’s School is a Christ-centered learning environment, inspired by the compassion, love, and kindness exemplified by St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop. With two classes per grade from Kindergarten to Year 6 and an average class size of 20 students, we prioritise personalised attention to meet the unique needs and passions of each child. Our school upholds high expectations for academic achievement and behaviour, fostering respect, good manners, care for others, and wholehearted effort in all endeavours. Through this ethos, we continue to follow in the footsteps of our founding saint, guiding students to live out their faith in daily life.

Click here to find out more about St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Lithgow.

How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your teaching career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume

• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement

• Contact details of appropriate referees

• All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 28/11/2024.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on (02) 6351 3719.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.