Classroom Teacher- Year 1

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Kogarah
Start Date: Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Application Closing Date: Friday, 1 May 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary

About Our School

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Kogarah is a community of the heart - welcoming, inclusive and diverse. As committed and dedicated teachers, we ensure that our students are at the centre of everything we do.

Our established reputation is founded on student achievement and the provision of a range different needs of our students where children discover their passion and show growth in their learning. Coupled with strong Catholic values and contemporary pedagogy, we have created a positive growth culture where students are nurtured, lifelong learning is valued and resilient, optimistic students work collaboratively and creatively together.

Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools

Joining Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:

• competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 - $129,536
• salary packaging up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and professional development
• Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more
• generous Employee Referral Program.

About You

As a Classroom Teacher- Year 1, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:

• expertise in developing a K-6 Curriculum and the application of effective learning pedagogies
• strong classroom management and student well-being focus
• ability to create inclusive, rigorous learning experiences
• ability to communicate and collaborate with a teaching team
• a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation
• Religious Education qualifications or the willingness to achieve them as per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Application Process

Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:

• current CV and cover letter
• academic transcripts and statement of previous service
• three referees, including your current employer/principal and parish priest.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety
Click here to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.