22/10/2026

12/11/2026

Permanent - Full Time

Medowie

Education, Childcare & Training

Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie, is seeking exceptional Primary School Teachers to join our founding team.

As we prepare to welcome our inaugural students, we are excited to offer a range of teaching opportunities within our foundation staff. We are recruiting for five full-time Classroom Teacher positions, along with several part-time opportunities ranging from 0.1 FTE to 0.8 FTE.

Some positions will commence during Term 4, 2026, providing an opportunity to contribute to the school’s establishment and opening preparations, while other positions will commence in January 2027. Applicants should be flexible regarding start dates and clearly indicate their preferred FTE and availability in their application.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of something from the very beginning.

Opening in 2027, Catherine McAuley Primary School will be a new Catholic primary school serving the growing Port Stephens community. As a founding teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, curriculum and learning experiences that will define the school for years to come.

For teachers commencing in Term 4, 2026, dedicated release time will be provided to support the school's preparation for opening. Working collaboratively with the Principal and foundation team, you will contribute to the planning and development of your Stage, helping establish high-quality curriculum, assessment and teaching practices, while creating engaging learning environments ready to welcome our first students.

Founding staff will also have the opportunity to contribute to key areas of school life, including First Nations education, sport, wellbeing and student leadership. Together, you will help design the programs, structures and practices that will bring these priorities to life from day one.

From Term 1, 2027, teaching roles will operate within the school's contemporary and collaborative learning model. Teachers will work alongside colleagues to co-plan, co-design and co-deliver learning experiences, using evidence-informed practice and student data to maximise outcomes for every learner.

Purpose-built to support this approach, the school's up-to-date and flexible learning environments will foster collaboration, innovation and team teaching, creating spaces where both students and staff can learn, grow and thrive.

Located within a dynamic education precinct alongside Catherine McAuley Catholic College and St Nicholas Early Education Centre, the school will offer unique opportunities for collaboration and continuity across the educational journey.

Beyond the workplace,



Medowie offers an enviable lifestyle in the heart of the Port Stephens region. Combining the benefits of coastal living with the warmth of a thriving community, it is located just 34 kilometres from Newcastle CBD and within easy reach of stunning beaches, national parks and the renowned Hunter Valley.

If you are a passionate and innovative educator excited by the opportunity to help establish a new school, shape its culture and create a lasting legacy, we would love you to join the founding team at Catherine McAuley Primary School, Medowie.

Job Description

Teachers in a Catholic school have a unique role to play and are assigned with the task of ensuring each child has the opportunity to grow both academically and spiritually and to live purposeful lives.

- Supported by the Catholic community of which they are a vital part, teachers invite students and their families into a faith-filled educational experience
- Teachers promote the school as a place of learning and excellence where creativity and curiosity are nurtured and students are connected with their world through deep learning and engagement
- Teachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programs

Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

- Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school. For Primary or Religion Teaching positions you must also be Catholic
- Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare contemporary and compliant teaching programs and assessments in your nominated areas which meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and encourage them to work towards attainment of their potential
- Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes




- Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment

QUALIFICATIONS

- Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher
- Active NESA Accreditation
- Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- Completion of CPR training

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

- Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
- A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C;'s apply)

- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Training and staff development programs
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Samantha Kelley, Principal on Tel: 0487 762 *** or via email: ***************@mn.catholic.edu.au

TO APPLY CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND

- Provide a cover letter along with your resume
- Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
- Preferred applicants will be asked to participate in orientation processes, including a formation conversation, following the interview, to introduce them to the local Parish context and the culture of the Catholic school.

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: Thursday 12 November 2026 at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation

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