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St Clare’s High School, Taree is seeking a permanent full-time Careers Advisor (0.5 FTE) / Classroom Teacher (0.5 FTE) to join the team from January 2027. Teachers from all Key Learning Areas are encouraged to apply.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate educator to combine classroom teaching with a key role in supporting students as they explore their future pathways. As Careers Advisor, you will work closely with students, families, staff and external partners to provide meaningful careers education, guidance and opportunities that empower students to make informed decisions about further education, training and employment.
Established in 1971, St Clare’s High School is a systemic, coeducational regional secondary school serving students from across Taree, Forster/Tuncurry, Wingham, Bulahdelah, Krambach/Nabiac and Gloucester. The school proudly continues a tradition of quality Catholic secondary education in the Manning/Great Lakes region that began with the Sisters of St Joseph in Taree in 1926.
St Clare’s enjoys an excellent reputation within the local community, with its consistently strong academic outcomes underpinned by the positive relationships staff build with students. Join a welcoming and inclusive school community where you can make an impact both in the classroom and in helping young people discover the opportunities and pathways available beyond school.
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
The 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.
CRITERIA/EXPERIENCE
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 apply appropriate knowledge to plan and prepare contemporary career education, workplace learning programs and provide advice which meets the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and empower them to work towards attainment of their potential.
Knowledge of the NSW curriculum and ability to develop, plan and implement strategic initiatives and innovative practices that support career learning and positive post-school opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to support students and families to plan and prepare for post-school transition to further study or employment.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community and other stakeholders to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational and post-school outcomes.
Demonstrate an innovative and agile mindset that supports and enhances a culture of continuous improvement within the school environment.
Qualifications/Accreditations
Qualifications as a four-year trained teacher experience.
Post graduate qualifications in Career Education (desirable).
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 Christine Harmer, Principal on Tel: (02) 6552 3300 or via email: christine.harmer@mn.catholic.edu.au
TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND
Please 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.
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 18th October 2026at 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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