Primary (Music) Teacher Gateshead

IntroductionSt Pauls Primary School Gatesheadis seeking a Temporary Part-Time (0.6FTE) Primary RFF Teacherto join the team from 27 January 2026 to 3 July 2026 to teachCreative and Performing Arts.St Pauls Primary School Gateshead is a Catholic systemic school in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. At St Pauls we aim to foster a love of learning in each child by providing a variety of learning activities and opportunities for students to fulfil their potential in all areas of school life. We provide contemporary future thinking education for children from Redhead Dudley Whitebridge Charlestown East Mount Hutton and GatesheadDescriptionPOSITION DESCRIPTIONTeachers 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 experienceTeachers 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 engagementTeachers differentiate learning for students according to their educational needs and abilities and are responsible for the creation of effective assessment practices and quality teaching programsThe teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.Skills And ExperiencesEXPERIENCE/CRITERIAAbility 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 CatholicAbility 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 potentialDemonstrated ability to effectively utilise assessment and relevant school data to optimise organisational and educational outcomesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomesDemonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environmentExperience teaching music dance and drama in a primary school (Desirable)QUALIFICATIONSQualifications as a four-year trained teacherActive NESA AccreditationCurrent paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) numberCompletion of anaphylaxis trainingCompletion of CPR trainingCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTSalary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH USWork in quality schools where students are nurtured challenged and encouraged to excel and growA corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport(T&Cs apply)Employee assistance program (EAP)Training and staff development programsPaid parental leave for eligible employeesAccess to long service leave after just five years for eligible employeesLeave Portability(T&Cs Apply)FOR FURTHER INFORMATIONContact Greg Cumming Principal on Tel: (02)or via email: TO APPLY CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW ANDPlease provide a cover letter along with your resumeWithin your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listedunder EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria isno 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: Sunday 9th November 2025at 11.59pmAdditional informationThe 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 Dioceses Code of Conduct which includes the Dioceses Safeguarding Commitment are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary in accordance with legislation. Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Time Management,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Smartsheet,Special Needs,Teaching,Experience with Children,Dancing Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 3 - 2026