Employment Opportunities
Primary Classroom Teacher Commencing 27 January 2026
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing position Full Time
Applications Close: Wed 1st October 2025
Mary MacKillop Catholic primary school is located in Narre Warren North, which is situated around 30 kilometres South East of Melbourne, falling within the city of Casey, on the lands of the Bunurong People. Mary MacKillop Primary School has an enrolment of 296 students across 14 classrooms. The school opened in 1995 and we are proud of our modern student and staff facilities. Mary MacKillop is a strong, vibrant community due to the partnership between parish, staff, parents and students.
Mary MacKillop Catholic primary school is seeking a dynamic and dedicated teacher seeking to improve the educational outcomes of students. The year level is not yet determined.
The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic Education and to the safety and wellbeing of all students. The successful candidate will:
- hold current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and adhere to VIT Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics
- Demonstrate a commitment to Catholic Education
- Demonstrate a commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing
- Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with staff, students and families
- Be accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School or be willing to undertake accreditation
- Demonstrate passion and knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum (Version 2) and To Live In Christ Jesus Religious Education Curriculum
- Actively support the achievement of the school Strategic Improvement Plan and Annual Implementation Plan
All positions are classified under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022.
Application Procedure
Role descriptions are outlined below and can also be accessed through the Mary MacKillop Catholic Primary School website https://www.marymacnarre.catholic.edu.au/
Applications must include a one page Cover Letter, Child Safe Standards Application Form and a Curriculum Vitae that includes 3 nominated referees, including your current Principal.
Please submit applications via email to the Principal, Ms Gabrielle Verstraete principal@marymacnarre.catholic.edu.au by Wednesday 1 Oct 2025.
Please note: The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We would encourage applications to be received as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Mary MacKillop Catholic Primary school is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Staff are required to adhere to the School’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy and Procedure, the Mandatory Reporting Policy and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.
The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks and required to provide a current VIT registration.
Attachment 2 Statement of Principles Regarding Catholic Education
Class Teacher Role Description.pdf
MMPS - Child Safe Standards CODE OF CONDUCT.pdf