Classroom Teacher - Junior Year Level

Sacred Heart School · Newport, VIC

Employment

Full time, Contract

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

16 October 2026

31 days remaining

Posted 14 Sep 2026

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About Sacred Heart School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

Prep-6

School staff (FTE)

26.8

22.8 teaching · 4 non-teaching

Students per teacher

13:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

297

Language other than English

25%

Girls vs boys

151 girls · 146 boys

51%
49%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

Sacred Heart is a vibrant, welcoming Catholic school community where the child is at the centre of all we do. We recognise the importance of developing the whole child, leading to a full flourishing across the physical, cognitive, emotional, social and religious domains within a safe and supportive environment.

As a team of educators, we are committed to achieving the highest standards possible based on an explicit instruction pedagogy, reflective practice and using data, research and evidence to ensure progress and growth in learning for all students. 

We value strong partnerships between students, families, staff and the parish, linking our Catholic faith and identity, traditions, learning and teaching and the wellbeing of all.

Selection Criteria

Applicants are invited to respond to the following six selection criteria. Responses should demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience and provide specific examples of professional practice wherever possible.

1. Catholic Identity and Education in Faith

Demonstrate a commitment to the Catholic Purpose, Vision & Mission of Sacred Heart Primary School. 

This includes contributing to the Catholic traditions, sacramental and prayer life of the school and integrating Catholic values and perspectives into learning, relationships and daily school life.

2. Excellence in Learning and Teaching

Demonstrate the capacity to plan and deliver high-quality, student-centred and outcomes-focused learning that promotes growth and achievement for every student.

This includes strong curriculum knowledge, effective pedagogy, high expectations, differentiated l…

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