Salary Range: $82,796 to $136,848 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.  
Employment Status: Full-time | 2 terms contract
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: 20 July 2026

About Sacred Heart Primary School

Sacred Heart Primary School is an inclusive Catholic community where every student is valued and supported. Passionate teachers create engaging, modern learning environments that nurture growth, curiosity, and success. With a focus on individualised learning, leadership opportunities, and strong values of respect and peer support, students thrive academically and socially. From our school choir to our Buddies and Peer Support programs, Sacred Heart is a place where friendships flourish and potential is unlocked. 

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. 

This appointment is temporary as it is to replace an employee who is on parental leave and the incumbent is entitled to return to work early in accordance with the Fair Work Act 2009.

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 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 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 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 David Austin on 02 6286 2443 or via email david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au