Maths Teacher

HARKE Recruitment; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

HARKE Recruitment partnered with a Catholic secondary college in the Cairns region, Far North Queensland, to recruit a dedicated Secondary Mathematics teacher with a focus on Senior Specialist Mathematics. This full-time, ongoing role starts Term 1, 2027 and offers a competitive salary with relocation support.

You will plan and deliver Mathematics aligned to the Australian Curriculum and QCAA requirements, support senior assessments, collaborate with staff, and contribute to the Catholic ethos

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach secondary Mathematics, including Senior Specialist Mathematics.
• Eligible for teacher registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Willing to support the Catholic ethos of the College.
• Australian working rights.
• Two referees and HARKE onboarding for safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Mathematics lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA requirements.
• Deliver Senior Specialist Mathematics with strong subject knowledge and confidence.
• Prepare senior students for internal assessment and external examinations.
• Develop effective learning programs, assessments and classroom resources.
• Monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback.
• Maintain high standards of student safeguarding, wellbeing and classroom practice.
• Communicate clearly with students, families and colleagues regarding learning, assessment and progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment and moderation.
• Contribute positively to the wider life and Catholic ethos of the College.

Job description

Secondary Mathematics Teacher | Senior Specialist Mathematics

Salary Range: $86,600 – $124,724 + superannuation

School Type: Catholic Secondary School

Contract Type: Full-time, Ongoing

Start: Term 1, 2027

Location: Cairns Region, QLD

Relocation Support: Between $2,000 and $5,000, depending on current location and individual circumstances

About the School

HARKE has partnered with a Secondary school in the Cairns region. The College provides a supportive, community-focused learning environment with a strong commitment to quality teaching, student wellbeing and academic achievement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mathematics teacher seeking a long-term position in Far North Queensland and the chance to contribute to a welcoming school community.

About the Position

This full-time, ongoing position involves teaching Mathematics across the secondary years, with a particular focus on Senior Specialist Mathematics.

The school is seeking a teacher who has the experience, subject knowledge and confidence required to effectively deliver Specialist Mathematics at the senior level.

The successful candidate will commence in Term 1, 2027 and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver engaging curriculum programs, prepare students for senior assessment and support strong academic outcomes.

Relocation assistance of between $2,000 and $5,000 is available, depending on the successful candidate’s current location and individual circumstances.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Mathematics lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA requirements.
• Deliver Senior Specialist Mathematics with strong subject knowledge and confidence.
• Prepare senior students effectively for internal assessment and external examinations.
• Develop effective learning programs, assessments and classroom resources.
• Monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback to support continued development.
• Maintain high standards of student safeguarding, wellbeing and classroom practice.
• Communicate clearly with students, families and colleagues regarding learning, assessment and student progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum planning, assessment and moderation.
• Contribute positively to the wider life and Catholic ethos of the College.

Requirements

Teaching Area: Candidates must be qualified and confident teaching secondary Mathematics, including Senior Specialist Mathematics.

Registration: Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain teacher registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Catholic Ethos: Applicants must be willing to support and contribute to the Catholic values and ethos of the College.

Work Rights: Candidates must hold appropriate Australian working rights.

Safeguarding: Applicants must provide two current referees and complete HARKE’s onboarding process to meet safeguarding requirements.