Primary Teacher (Job Share) - St Matthew'S Primary School, Cornubia

Brisbane Catholic Education; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging and salary-sacrificng

Active staff social club and wellness

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education in Queensland seeks a part-time, fixed-term teacher for St Matthew’s Primary School, Cornubia. The role supports learners in a faith-filled, inclusive Catholic environment, with a 15-hour-per-week job share for the 2027 school year.

You will foster a nurturing classroom, deliver curriculum aligned with the Australian Curriculum, and collaborate with colleagues to promote student wellbeing and academic outcomes within Catholic values.

Qualifications

• Creating a supportive, learner-focused classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Expertise in designing and delivering effective curriculum programs in line with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
• Commitment to engage with colleagues, students, and parents/carers to enrich learning experiences and achieve the best educational outcomes.
• A passion to support students' spiritual and moral development.
• For this position you are required to be Catholic.

Responsibilities

• Creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment that is learner-centred, supportive, cooperative, and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices
• Collaboratively developing and implementing quality curriculum programs and appropriate pedagogy; evaluating their effectiveness; assessing and reporting student progress and learning outcomes; and reporting these to students, parents and the community
• Working collaboratively with the leadership team, teachers and other staff members in contributing to the professional life of the school and fostering a positive school culture
• Proactively engaging with professional learning to enhance student learning outcomes
• Establishing positive relationships in the pastoral care of students and supporting their spiritual and moral development
• Ensure that the teachings and values of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.

Skills

Curriculum design

Collaborative work

Pastoral care

Catholic values

Education

Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers

Job description

About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you’ll be supported to take care of what’s important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

About our school

St Matthew’s Primary School is situated in Cornubia, Logan City, south of Brisbane and prides itself on the spirit that can be found in our students, teachers, sporting teams, achievements, friendships and approach to learning. We are a co-educational school with an enrolment of over 560 students. Our school offers the latest in teaching and learning, technology and extracurricular activities. We are a high quality inclusive Catholic school offering our students a rounded education that supports personal growth based on Christian values. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Join the welcoming and faith-filled community at St Matthew’s Primary School, Cornubia, for the 2027 school year. This fixed-term job share teaching opportunity offers the chance to inspire and support students in their learning journey while working alongside dedicated educators committed to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and Catholic values. You will create engaging learning experiences, foster positive relationships with students and families, and contribute to a collaborative school culture where every child is encouraged to thrive.

• Location: St Matthew's Primary School, CORNUBIA
• Start date: 19 January, 2027
• Work hours: 15 hours per week (Job share)
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum pro rata + 12.75% super (commensurate with experience)
• Status: Part-Time Fixed-term | 2027 School Year
• Ad close date: 19 November 2026
• Contact: Nic Constable | [e-mail]

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment that is learner-centred, supportive, cooperative, and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices
• Collaboratively developing and implementing quality curriculum programs and appropriate pedagogy; evaluating their effectiveness; assessing and reporting student progress and learning outcomes; and reporting these to students, parents and the community
• Working collaboratively with the leadership team, teachers and other staff members in contributing to the professional life of the school and fostering a positive school culture
• Proactively engaging with professional learning to enhance student learning outcomes
• Establishing positive relationships in the pastoral care of students and supporting their spiritual and moral development
• Ensure that the teachings and values of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Creating a supportive, learner-focused classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum
• Expertise in designing and delivering effective curriculum programs in line with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
• Commitment to engage with colleagues, students, and parents/carers to enrich learning experiences and achieve the best educational outcomes for students
• A passion to support students' spiritual and moral development
• For this position you are required to be Catholic. Depnding on school circumstances an exemption may apply.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane 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 persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.