Job Description
Job Title:  Teacher
Posting Start Date:  01/12/2025
Posting End Date:  19/12/2025
Job Description: 

Primary Teacher - St John Vianney’s Primary, Doonside

St John Vianney’s in Doonside is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher to join our supportive team. This temporary position is 2 days per week (Monday and Tuesday, 0.4 FTE) and will run from 27 January 2026 to 25 September 2026.

At St John Vianney’s Primary, Doonside, we are more than just a school! We are a vibrant, faith-filled community where students thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. Our dedicated staff foster a supportive and engaging learning environment, using innovative teaching strategies to inspire and challenge young minds.

With a strong reputation for excellence and a commitment to Gospel values, we nurture students to reach their full potential. If you're passionate about making a difference in a dynamic and welcoming school, we’d love to hear from you!

If you are currently employed by Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, please submit your application via our internal Careers Site on EmployeeConnect. We are excited to support you in the next step of your career. 

Early applications are encouraged, as CSPD may progress with suitable candidates and finalise recruitment during the advertising period. 

The successful candidate

The successful candidate will:

  • Have a strong understanding of and commitment to Catholic education and values

  • Inspire a love of learning and create engaging, innovative lessons

  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and challenging learning environment

  • Be committed to ongoing professional growth and development

  • Engage and build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues

  • Cater to diverse learning needs and backgrounds

  • Use student data to inform teaching and drive improvement

The Benefits

We invest in our people. As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy:

  • Competitive remuneration and benefits

  • Up to 25% off school fees for your children

  • Wellbeing initiatives and resources

  • Professional growth and development opportunities 

  • Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees

  • State-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team

Qualifications and accreditations:

  • Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children Check clearance

  • Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) 

  • Tertiary Qualification (minimum 4-year degree, or 75% complete) 

  • Statements of Service

About Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD)

St John Vianney’s is part of CSPD, a system of 83 primary and secondary schools dedicated to transforming learning and unlocking the potential of over 40,000 students. With 5,000+ passionate employees, CSPD provides the resources, support, and professional opportunities to help educators thrive.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian here. 

If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button.  To find out more about CSPD go to https://www.parra.catholic.edu.au/  or follow us on LinkedIn.

CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.