Working at St Catherine's

St Catherine’s staff have educated generations of young women who have gone on to make meaningful contributions to the world.

We are committed to attracting, supporting and developing outstanding teachers and support staff, who play a vital role in helping our students thrive both academically and personally.

We value cultural diversity, and and take pride in the warm, inclusive and nurturing environment that defines our school, made possible by the dedication of our exceptional staff.

Supporting you to thrive

We believe in creating a nurturing and supportive environment for our staff, with a wide range of programs and facilities to help foster both personal and professional growth:

Teacher accreditation mentoring and support
School-wide professional development program
Salary packaging and novated leases
Student tuition fee discounts
Annual research scholarships for academic and professional staff
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free and confidential counselling
Staff wellbeing program
Complimentary annual influenza vaccinations
Free access to school's aquatic and fitness centres
Access to school's on-site café and deli
Borrowing rights at our libraries for books, magazines and research resources
Staff Association, with invitations to regular social and community events

St Catherine’s School complies with the Workplace Gender Equality Act 2012 and is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.

Prospective employees must apply for a Working With Children Check before starting work at the school. St Catherine’s is committed to being a child safe organisation. All staff are required to comply with applicable child protection legislation and the School’s child protection policies and procedures. Our priority is keeping our students safe from harm and we have zero tolerance for child abuse.

All candidates must have the right to work in Australia and St Catherine’s has a responsibility to complete Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) checks with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the staff culture like at St Cath’s?

Our school is a warm and supportive environment where we work together to support every student to reach her full potential. We value cultural diversity and take pride in the warm, inclusive and nurturing environment that defines our school, which is made possible by the dedication of our incredible staff.

What qualifications do I need to work at St Cath’s?

As we employ a diverse range of staff, there is no single set of required qualifications to work at St Cath’s. Instead, the specific qualifications for each position will be outlined in the role description.

Are there flexible work arrangements available?

St Cath’s has a flexible work arrangement policy that recognises the importance of helping staff manage their out of work commitments, particularly as we aim to be a family-friendly place of work.

What does the recruitment process involve?

While our recruitment process may vary slightly between roles, most applications are first reviewed by our Human Resources team. Once this process is complete, they will be in touch to let you know if your application has been shortlisted for an interview. Interviews are usually held in person at the school and may involve multiple rounds.

Current positions available

At St Catherine’s, we’re always looking for passionate, qualified and dedicated staff to join our school community.

If this sounds like you, please click the button below to discover the roles we are currently recruiting for.

For further information please contact Chloë Carr, Director of Human Resources.

We would like to acknowledge the Bidjigal and Gadigal peoples who are the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of the land, waterways and ocean where St Catherine’s School stands today. We would also like to pay our deepest respects to Elders both past and present.

Together as a school, we acknowledge the continuing cultural relationships of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their unique rich cultures which contribute significantly to the St Catherine’s community and the lives of all Australians.