Classroom Teacher

Full-time (FTE 1.0), fixed-term (12-month) position to commence January 2027.

All Saints Parish School Portland seeks the services of suitably qualified and accredited Graduate or Experienced Teacher for the position of 12-month, Full Time Classroom Teacher for the 2027 school year.

All Saints Parish School Portland is situated in the Parish of Portland on the far south-west coast and has a current student population of 263. The school actively seeks partnerships with parents, caregivers, parish and the wider community to enhance student learning and wellbeing. All Saints prides itself on its inclusive environment of mutual trust and respect, and staff are committed to contemporary teaching practices and a culture that embraces social justice.

Some of the Key Responsibilities of this role will include:

• To provide a commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children;
• To provide students with a rich and engaging educational experience;
• Ensure the delivery of curriculum that reaches and engages students with a diverse range of educational abilities and backgrounds;
• A collegial and collaborative approach to learning and teaching.

The Principal on:  0355233654

Applications close: Wednesday October 7 at 6:00pm

At All Saints Parish School we hold the care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people as a central and fundamental responsibility of our school.

Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all,” DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.

Advertised: 08 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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• A demonstrated understanding of the ethos of a Catholic school and its mission
• A demonstrated understanding of the Church’s teachings and the Catholic teacher’s role in the mission of the Church
• A demonstrated capacity to instil in students a respect for each other in accordance with the teachings of Jesus Christ
• A capacity to integrate the Church’s teachings into all aspects of curriculum
• Promote the development of student’s understanding of social justice issues and encourage action

• Experience working with children
• A demonstrated understanding of child safety
• A demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children
• An ability to build positive, respectful and trusting relationships with students, parents and colleagues
• A demonstrated understanding of the social, emotional, and physical wellbeing needs of young children
• A demonstrated capacity to embed wellbeing principles into everyday classroom practice through a School Wide Positive Behaviour System
• Familiarity with legal obligations relating to child safety (e.g. Child Safe Standards, mandatory reporting and relevant school policies and codes of conduct
• Be a suitable person to engage in child-connected work

• A capacity to use a range of teaching approaches to respond to different learning needs, abilities and levels of readiness
• A demonstrated use of evidence-informed teaching practices that support students to make strong learning progress
• Make effective use of learning technologies and other resources where they enhance learning.
• A demonstrated willingness to reflect on the impact of teaching and adjust practice to improve student outcomes
• A demonstrated use of assessment as an integral part of teaching and learning
• A capacity to collect and analyse a range of formative and summative assessment data

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with children, parents and the school community
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children
• Demonstrated capacity to participate in a range of school activities, e.g. school sports, sacramental programs, liturgies, school camps/excursions
• Leadership qualities
• Self-motivation
• Ability and willingness to accept policy directives

Applicants will be required to submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria