Classroom Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
28 September 2026
Posted 8 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
21.1
15.8 teaching · 5.3 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.3:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
210
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
17%
Girls vs boys
107 girls · 103 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary Range: $85,694 to $141,638 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About Sacred Heart Primary School
Sacred Heart Primary School, located in Pearce in Canberra's south, is a welcoming Catholic school community of approximately 250 students, dedicated to nurturing the hearts, minds and spirits of every child. Grounded in Gospel values and the Catholic tradition, the school provides a safe, inclusive and faith-filled environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. Sacred Heart offers a close-knit and supportive setting where strong relationships between students, staff and families foster a genuine sense of belonging. The school is committed to high-quality teaching and learning, student wellbeing, and developing young people who are compassionate, resilient and inspired to make a positive contribution to their community.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher to join a thriving school community committed to student success and wellbeing. The successful candidate will plan and deliver high-quality curriculum-aligned learning experiences while nurturing students' academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development. They will work closely with colleagues, families, and school leaders to provide a supportive and engaging learning environment where every student can flourish. The role requires a commitment to outstanding teaching practice, posit…