Junior School Teacher
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
16 October 2026
Posted 23 Sep 2026
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Year range
4-12
School staff (FTE)
199.2
138.7 teaching · 60.5 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,852
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
13%
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Marist College Canberra is a Congregational Catholic school for boys (Year 4-12) operating as part of ‘Marist Schools Australia’. It enjoys an excellent reputation for its pastoral care of students, academic studies, cultural and sport pursuits. The College is driven by staff who are committed to making a difference in the education of boys.
The College is seeking a motivated, qualified and capable teacher to join the Junior School as an ongoing position beginning Term 1, 2027. This is a 78% face-to-face teaching position, with specialist teachers delivering Music, PE, Library, and Languages.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and passionate teacher who is committed to Catholic education. The candidate will be open to ongoing learning and development and have a strong knowledge of Years 4-6 primary curriculum. A passion for evidence-based literacy practices and pedagogy would be beneficial, with knowledge of The Writing Revolution literacy strategies an advantage. The successful candidate will be keen to play an active role in the classroom, in co-curricular and in the broad life of the College community.
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and graduate teachers who are eager to embark on their teaching career.
Staff at Marist College Canberra are responsible for the promotion of an atmosphere of charity and justice within the College, as is expected in a Catholic community and to help ensure the provision of the Catholic perspective in the teaching and learning process and in all the activities of the College.
All teachers have a responsibili…