Relief Classroom Teacher
- 506680
- KAMBAH, ACT, 2902
- Temporary
- Closing at: Mar 31 2026 - 23:55 AEDT
- St Thomas the Apostle Primary (Kambah)
Salary: $82,796 to $136,848 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Part-time | 30.4 hours per fortnight
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About St Thomas the Apostle Primary School
St Thomas the Apostle Catholic Primary School is a vibrant, caring and faith‑filled community where every child is known, valued and supported to thrive. Grounded in the gospel values of love, compassion, forgiveness, justice and peace, the school offers a welcoming and nurturing environment that fosters belonging and promotes the holistic growth of every learner. Learning at St Thomas is innovative, engaging and shaped by evidence based practices from the Science of Learning, ensuring that students develop confidence, curiosity and a genuine love of learning. A rich and varied range of cocurricular opportunities—including STEM, lunchtime clubs, sporting pathways and private music tuition—enhances the school’s strong academic and pastoral foundations. With strong connections to the parish and a proud history of serving the Kambah community since 1977, St Thomas remains a school where families feel welcomed, students flourish socially, academically and spiritually, and a true sense of community shines through every aspect of school life.
About the Role
The Relief Classroom Teacher fosters a love of learning through creative teaching strategies and the effective use of diverse, engaging resources to make the curriculum meaningful and dynamic. This role involves providing high‑quality relief teaching across classes as needed. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong relational skills, including the ability to build positive connections with students, create an inclusive and supportive learning environment, and foster a sense of belonging and engagement in every class they teach.
This appointment is temporary to replace an employee who is on leave or secondment.
Benefits and Opportunities
- Gain 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 Education 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 Ursula Jamieson on 02 6231 4144 or via email ursula.jamieson@cg.catholic.edu.au
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au
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