Teacher (Primary)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
14 September 2026
Posted 31 Aug 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
PP-6
School staff (FTE)
44
22.6 teaching · 21.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
18.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
416
Indigenous students
4%
Language other than English
7%
Girls vs boys
209 girls · 207 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position details:
We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and professional Primary School educator who is committed to the pursuit of educational excellence, to join our dynamic and dedicated teaching team. It is a 12 month (temporary) full-time position in the Primary School for the 2027 school year. Early Childhood and Primary trained teachers are encouraged to apply for this classroom teaching position.
St Damien’s Catholic Primary School is a co-educational double stream Catholic school that caters for approximately 500 students and their families from Three Year Old Kindergarten to Year 6. Established in 2005, it has quickly developed a rich history and a strong presence in the Dawesville community and surrounding areas.
Selection Criteria:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic educators who have the necessary knowledge, skills and professional capacity to:
• develop and nurture respectful relationships with students, staff and families of the school.
• promote the Catholic faith, education and ethos of the school.
• work as part of a collaborative, cohesive and dedicated Teaching and Learning Team.
• demonstrate excellent teaching practice, with the capacity to engage, motivate and manage students in the classroom and in their learning.
• possess excellent organisational, technological and interpersonal skills.
• have an understanding of contemporary, evidence-based approaches to learning and teaching, including using data to differentiate the curriculum to cater for a variety of student needs.
• have a sound knowledge of th…