Every student, every family, every teacher - all together, every day; guided by faith and united in purpose.

The Opportunity

A great Fixed Term Full Time opportunity exists for an enthusiastic classroom teacher to join our positive, supportive and close-knit school environment.

Why choose to work at St Joseph's

• Enhance student outcomes through high-quality, evidence based curriculum resources
• Wellbeing focus, promoting work-life balance and positive working culture
• Data informed teaching and learning
• Professional learning to better understand and respond to the needs of all students 
• Supported professional learning communities with a commitment to collaboration

You will:

• Be a registered teacher with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
• Be committed to Catholic Education and the Catholic Identity and Ethos of St Joseph's Primary School
• Demonstrate an ability to work effectively as a team member
• Be passionate about responding to individual learning needs
• Be accredited to teach in a Catholic School OR currently/willing to gain accreditation
• Be knowledgable of and comply with the Child Safe Standards
• Be committed to developing authentic relationships with colleagues, students, families and community members

St Joseph's Primary School

Nestled along the scenic banks of the Campaspe River, Rochester is a welcoming town 176 km north of Melbourne, home to around 2,500 residents. This charming community is conveniently close to the larger hubs of Echuca, Kyabram, Bendigo, and Shepparton. At the heart of Rochester stands St. Joseph’s Primary School, a vibrant Catholic school established in 1893, which proudly serves not only Rochester but also nearby communities like Nanneella, Lockington, and Bamawm.

Class structures at St Joseph's are designed to foster personalised learning through collaborative and explicit instruction. Guided by our cherished motto, “People of Strength, People of Gentleness,” St. Joseph’s is more than a school; it’s a nurturing Catholic community where students, parents, and staff come together, creating a supportive and welcoming environment for all.

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)

CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating 19,750 students in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.

Applications close Friday 29th November at 12pm

If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.