Classroom Teacher – Fixed Term Position (Commencing Term 1, 2026)

Sacred Heart School

Principal:  Mrs Gina Murphy

Enquiries:  principal@shdiamondcreek.catholic.edu.au

Applications Close: 19/09/2025

Position: Teaching

Type: Fixed Term

Hours per Week: Full-time


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Role Description/Criteria

Place yourself on the map! Join our renowned destination school and help write the next chapter of Sacred Heart’s esteemed story.

Sacred Heart Primary School, Diamond Creek, has a long and proud 60-year history of providing Catholic educational excellence. Our widely recognised reputation as leaders in learning and teaching makes us a highly sought-after school for families, and an employment destination for passionate, innovative educators.

We invite applications from both graduate and experienced teachers who are committed to building strong relationships and fostering student growth to join Sacred Heart’s ongoing success – bringing their expertise and energy to our vibrant, inclusive learning community.

At Sacred Heart, you will be part of a welcoming, supportive staff team and a leadership group that values collaboration, professional growth and innovation in teaching and learning. 

With outstanding professional development and strong mentoring support, all teachers – graduate and experienced – are supported to thrive and excel, while graduate teachers receive additional guidance to ensure a smooth and successful transition into their teaching careers.

Get to know Sacred Heart, Diamond Creek

We encourage you to visit our website and explore our social media platforms to get a feel for the unique culture and community that makes Sacred Heart so special. 

Discover the Sacred Heart difference – Working together to build a learning community that embraces faith, inclusion and personal excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

The successful applicant will:

  • Embrace and support the Catholic ethos of the school, fostering connections with our parish community.
  • Collaborate effectively within Professional Learning Teams.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
  • Design and deliver engaging, contemporary learning experiences across the curriculum.
  • Integrate digital technologies meaningfully to enhance learning.
  • Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning needs.
  • Use student data to inform teaching practice and drive improvement.
  • Exhibit strong communication and organisational skills.

Essential Requirements:

  • Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration.
  • Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school, or a willingness to obtain this accreditation.
  • A demonstrated commitment to child safety and wellbeing. Sacred Heart is fully committed to the protection of all children in our care.

 


Application Procedure


Please submit a cover letter and CV/Resume to principal@shdiamondcreek.catholic.edu.au. Include the names and contact phone numbers of three referees able to comment on your suitability for this role.  If you have previously worked in a school the current/most recent Principal will be contacted in reference to your application. 


Details:

Address:  25 Gipson Street
Diamond Creek

Phone: 9438 1590

Website:  https://www.shdiamondcreek.catholic.edu.au

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