Salary Range: $79,057 to $133,846 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Monday, 26 January 2026

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 is responsible for fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every student is supported to succeed. You will plan, deliver, and evaluate lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum, using a range of teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs. You will provide timely assessment and feedback, maintain strong communication and organisational skills, and work in partnership with colleagues and families. As a valued member of our school community, you will actively contribute to professional learning, collaboration, and the wider life of the school.

Multiple positions available, including both permanent and temporary appointments.

• This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on parental leave. The incumbent is entitled to return earlier to their substantive position in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.
• This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on leave or secondment. 

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 our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications 

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) registration
• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation

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 CECG policy.

CECG 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 the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Please contact Karen Hadley on 02 4472 4446 or via email karen.hadley@cg.catholic.edu.au.   
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.