Classroom Teacher- Primary, starting 2027

An exciting opportunity exists for several full-time Teaching positions, beginning Semester 1, 2027, based at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Darwin NT 0800, which is part of Catholic Education Northern Territory (CENT).

The Organisation:

Catholic Education Northern Territory is a network of schools built on Christian values and on the history and traditions of this land across Australia’s Top End. Catholic Education has a network of 18 Catholic schools in the Northern Territory – five colleges, seven primary schools, one flexible learning centre and five remote schools.

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School has proudly served the Darwin community for over 120 years and is part of the Cathedral Parish of St Mary’s Star of the Sea. Rooted in our Catholic identity and the charism of the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, we embrace the values of Faith, Love, Compassion, Community, Hope and Joy, placing our students at the very heart of all we do. Our educational program nurtures the academic, spiritual, physical, social and emotional growth of every child. We value the vital partnership between school and home and actively encourage families to be involved in their child’s education and the life of our school community.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary

• Salary Sacrificing up to $15,900

• Relocation Assistance up to $2,000

• Excellent Work Life Balance

• Leave provisions and work conditions as per Catholic Enterprise Agreement

• Funded Professional Development

• Employee Assistance Program

• Laptop

• Staff discounts for school fees in CENT schools

The Position:

This role reports to the Deputy Principal. Teachers at St Mary’s apply their professional knowledge and skills to ensure that students receive a high-quality Catholic education grounded in faith and excellence.

Their role is to provide education for students in Catholic schools through:

• The development, delivery and evaluation of teaching and learning programs

• Monitoring student achievement to address individual learning needs

• Contributing to the achievement of the school’s mission

The teacher will liaise and coordinate activities within their teaching area and across the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage in and support the sacramental, liturgical, ritual and prayer life of the school.

• Plan, prepare and explicitly deliver quality and effective teaching and learning programs which are consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and relevant curriculum policies, ensuring that the teachings, values and practices of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.

• Support students through positive interactions, the development of supportive learning environments and effective behaviour management practices.

• Provide for the physical, social, cultural and emotional well-being and safety of students in your care at all times.

• Maintain student records and work samples; report on student performance to students, parents, the department and other stakeholders as required.

• Cultivate and nurture harmonious learning and work environments.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and commit to professional growth and ongoing skill development.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships between the school, parents and the wider community.

• Actively participate in innovation and continuous improvement within the school and Catholic education.

Our Vision

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is a Christ-centred community aspiring for excellence in learning and teaching. We work in partnership with families, supporting and encouraging each child to make a positive difference to the world in which they live.

Our Mission

At St Mary’s, we are committed to helping every child:

• Reflect Jesus and His Teachings – Growing in faith, living Gospel values, and celebrating our diverse community.

• Build Positive Relationships – Feeling valued, supported, and connected through kindness, respect, and partnership with family, school, and parish.

• Thrive in Holistic Learning – Exploring, achieving, and developing a love for learning in a faith-filled and nurturing environment.

This position will involve working with children. The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with legislation.

Apply now without delay, this position may be filled before the closing date for applications.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.