Primary Teacher (Multiple Positions)
Brisbane Catholic Education Office
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Be part of St Columba's Primary School, Wilston, within Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) in Queensland. Multiple teaching opportunities across Prep to Year 6 are available for the 2027 school year.
Responsibilities include delivering engaging curricula aligned to the Australian Curriculum, collaborating with staff, supporting student wellbeing, and upholding Catholic values. Eligibility: Australian work rights and Queensland teacher registration.
Qualifications
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
- Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
- Catholic values alignment and capability to work in BCE context.
Responsibilities
- Create a nurturing, learner-centred classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
- Design and deliver quality curriculum programs and assess student progress.
- Collaborate with leadership, teachers and staff to foster a positive school culture.
- Engage in ongoing professional learning to enhance student outcomes.
- Support students' spiritual and moral development in line with Catholic values.
- Maintain safeguarding and child safety standards as required.
Skills
Education
Job description
Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Woolloongabba QLD
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.
St Columba's Primary School is in the inner northern Brisbane suburb of Wilston with an approximate enrolment of 540 students. The quality of teaching and learning at St Columba's meets the highest standards set by Government and Catholic authorities, performing at high standards against system measures and in public facing data. St Columba's actively sets and regularly reviews its goals for supporting the diverse needs of all students.
Although ours is an inner-city parish primary school we meet our responsibility to prepare young people for their future in a global society. This requires us to adopt to modern technologies and new teaching techniques within a rapidly changing environment to ensure that our students are well prepared for the challenges of the 21st Century.
We teach Italian, Music and HPE as our specialist subjects and offer an extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities for the students including an extensive music program of choir and instrumental programs. We have a supportive parent's community with both the P&F and School Board being actively involved in the setting the strategic direction for the school. We have a close relationship the Parish and we mutually support each other's endeavours.
Class sizes vary from low to high 20s, with all Prep classes having a teacher and full-time School Officer. Classes in years 1-6 will have School Officer support based on the needs of the class. We are fortunate to have exceptional support staff including Teacher Librarians, Specialist Teachers, Support Teachers, Guidance Counsellor, and School Officers. Please visit our website to learn more about our fabulous school. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Be part of a welcoming Catholic school community at St Columba's Primary School, Wilston, with multiple rewarding teaching opportunities across Prep - Year 6 available for the 2027 school year.
Company description:
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.
Job description:
St Columba's Primary School is in the inner northern Brisbane suburb of Wilston with an approximate enrolment of 540 students. The quality of teaching and learning at St Columba's meets the highest standards set by Government and Catholic authorities, performing at high standards against system measures and in public facing data. St Columba's actively sets and regularly reviews its goals for supporting the diverse needs of all students.
Although ours is an inner-city parish primary school we meet our responsibility to prepare young people for their future in a global society. This requires us to adopt to modern technologies and new teaching techniques within a rapidly changing environment to ensure that our students are well prepared for the challenges of the 21st Century.
We teach Italian, Music and HPE as our specialist subjects and offer an extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities for the students including an extensive music program of choir and instrumental programs. We have a supportive parent's community with both the P&F and School Board being actively involved in the setting the strategic direction for the school. We have a close relationship the Parish and we mutually support each other's endeavours.
Class sizes vary from low to high 20s, with all Prep classes having a teacher and full-time School Officer. Classes in years 1-6 will have School Officer support based on the needs of the class. We are fortunate to have exceptional support staff including Teacher Librarians, Specialist Teachers, Support Teachers, Guidance Counsellor, and School Officers. Please visit our website to learn more about our fabulous school. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Be part of a welcoming Catholic school community at St Columba's Primary School, Wilston, with multiple rewarding teaching opportunities across Prep - Year 6 available for the 2027 school year.
- Location: St Columba's Primary School, WILSTON
- Contract date: January 2027 - January 2028
- Work hours: 30 per week
- Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 12.75% + super (commensurate with experience)
- Status: Fixed-term | Maternity Leave
- Ad close date: 28 September 2026
- Contact: Nick Fogarty | ********@bne.catholic.edu.au
- Multiple rewarding fixed term classroom teaching opportunities available across Prep - Year 6, please include preferred year in application letter.
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.
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
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
- Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers.
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.
Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters acommitment to the safeguarding of childrenand 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 thecore of our Catholic valuesand we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.
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