Classroom Teacher (2027) - St Thomas of Villanova Parish School, Mareeba

Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns; Mareeba Shire; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ITAS Allowance

Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

Long service leave after 7 years

Job summary

St Thomas’ School, Mareeba, part of Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns, is inviting applications for a Classroom Teacher. The role runs full-time on a fixed-term parental leave contract commencing 18 January 2027 and concluding 14 January 2028, with a competitive salary package and ITAS allowances.

The successful applicant will plan, prepare, and deliver engaging learning programs, contribute to school planning, and foster a caring, safe classroom environment in a Catholic education setting.

Qualifications

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment

Job description

Classroom Teacher

Commencement Date: Monday 18th January 2027

Employment Type: Full-Time, fixed term until 14th January 2028 (Parental Leave contract)

Salary Range: Graduate $86,600 to Experienced Proficient Teacher $126,795 FTE gross per annum

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm, Sunday 20th November 2026

St Thomas’ School, Mareeba

St Thomas Of Villanova Catholic Parish School catering for students from Prep to Year 6, is situated in the town of Mareeba in the Cairns Hinterland, approximately an hour’s drive west of Cairns.

About The Role

As a Teacher you will:

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be register with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
• ITAS Allowance
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• 12.75% Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport Membership available

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Teacher Position Description.pdf

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Enquiries

Paul Rayner - Principal

Email - [e-mail]

Phone - 4043 4100