Primary Teacher

Townsville Catholic Education; Home Hill; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 17.5% leave loading

Long service leave after 7 years of 
+

Salary packaging options

Up to 14 Weeks paid parental leave for

Job summary

Townsville Catholic Education – Home Hill QLD is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher for St Colman's Catholic School, Home Hill. The role is full-time and fixed term, commencing 18 January 2027 and concluding 3 December 2027, with a salary range of $86,600 to $124,725 plus super and allowances.

You will hold tertiary qualifications and registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers, design engaging lessons, assess student progress, and foster an inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications and registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging lessons and assess student progress.
• Provide meaningful feedback to help students thrive.
• Create a safe, inclusive classroom aligned with Catholic values.

Education

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

Job description

Townsville Catholic Education – Home Hill QLD

Location: St Colman's Catholic School, Home Hill

Salary Range: $86,600 - $124,725 pending experience + Super + Allowances

Join our team as a Primary Teacher at St Colman's Catholic School!

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher with tertiary qualifications and registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers.

This is a Full Time, Fixed Term position commencing 18 January 2027 and concludes on 3 December 2027.

In this unique role, you will be joining a supportive team of dedicated educators who work closely with families to create the best possible learning experience for every child. Your knowledge of contemporary teaching practices, combined with your ability to adapt and nurture a diverse range of learners, will ensure that each student feels included, valued, and confident as they begin their educational journey.

In your classroom, you’ll spark curiosity and a love of learning by designing engaging lessons, setting clear expectations, and continually reflecting on your practice to keep improving. You’ll use a range of assessment tools to understand each student’s progress, celebrate their growth, and give meaningful feedback that helps them thrive.

Guided by Catholic values, you’ll embrace the school’s mission, prioritise student safety and wellbeing, and help create a welcoming, supportive environment where every learner feels they belong.

The Burdekin region is known for its relaxed lifestyle, strong community spirit and beautiful natural surrounds. Set between Townsville and Bowen, the area is famous for its fertile farmland, friendly locals and connection to the land and sea. From quiet country towns to coastal escapes, the Burdekin offers a welcoming sense of belonging and the freedom to enjoy life at your own pace. With tropical beaches, the Burdekin River and nearby fishing and boating spots all within easy reach, it’s a place where balance comes naturally - making it a rewarding region to live, work and build your future.

Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all staff. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

For more information, please review the full position description.

About us

Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re proud to offer a range of benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally:

• Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• Salary packaging options
• Up to 14 Weeks paid parental leave available to the primary carer, regardless of gender