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Join a Vibrant Learning Community – Primary Coordinator Opportunity at St Therese’s Primary School, New Lambton
Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact in a thriving school environment? St Therese’s Primary School, New Lambton, is excited to welcome a Permanent Full-Time Primary Coordinator to our passionate team in 2026.
At St Therese’s, we believe in nurturing the whole child. Our school offers a rich and inclusive learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 6, where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning journey. We celebrate creativity, individuality, and the unique talents of every student, fostering a culture of curiosity and growth.
As Primary Coordinator, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a collaborative and innovative educational environment. You’ll work closely with dedicated staff, engaged families, and the wider community to deliver a holistic education that extends beyond the classroom. With a strong focus on enrichment and extension opportunities, you’ll help students unlock their full potential and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
If you're a passionate educator with a vision for excellence and a heart for community, we’d love to hear from you!
The Primary Coordinator works in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to promote the school as a place of learning and excellence. As a member of the school leadership team, they are entrusted with the responsibility to assist students in making sense of their world, to make informed decisions and judgements, and to act with moral and ethical integrity. Across the school they will:
develop, implement and oversee the school’s strategic learning initiatives
support the monitoring and review of school improvement initiatives
support the monitoring and review of school compliance
lead, model and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes
model and promote contemporary and innovative pedagogical practices
contribute to the development of a culture of collegiality and reflective practice
support individuals in identifying new learning experiences to support their continued professional development
know their students and strive to provide engaging learning that supports student wellbeing
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
Ability to promote and support staff to develop innovative and effective teaching and learning practices across each KLA
Demonstrated management and administrative skills to ensure assessment, and teaching and learning programs operate effectively and efficiently
Demonstrated capacity to effectively utilise data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes, to think and act strategically, and to support the Leadership Team in leading the mission of the school
High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school community
Demonstrated experience in leading successful school initiatives (Desirable)
QUALIFICATIONS
Four-year trained teacher classification with at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
NESA Teacher Accreditation
Working with Children Clearance number
Completion of anaphylaxis training
Postgraduate study in education, e.g. Master of Educational Leadership, Theology (Desirable)
Working towards Highly Accomplished or Lead Teaching Standards (Desirable)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.
Contact Sallyanne Stanbridge, Principal on Tel: (02) 4957 4922 or via email: sallyanne.stanbridge@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: Sunday 31st August 2025 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.
