Primary Teacher - St Joseph's Primary School, CHILDERS

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Area Incentive Scheme

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging and salary-sacrifici

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education’s St Joseph’s Primary School, Childers, is seeking a dedicated teacher to join our Catholic school community. The role focuses on delivering high-quality teaching aligned with the Australian Curriculum in a welcoming rural setting.

Start date January 2027. The successful applicant will contribute to student growth, collaborate with staff, and uphold the Church’s values in learning and pastoral care.

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 for students.
• A passion to support students' spiritual and moral development.

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

Learner-focused classroom

Curriculum design

Stakeholder engagement

Pastoral care

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 Joseph’s School is a co-educational Catholic primary school with an enrolment of over 140 students from Prep to Year 6. At St Joseph's, we are dedicated to fostering a love of learning and a sense of belonging among our students, staff, parents, and visitors. We are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning within a Catholic Christian environment. Our school values lie at the heart of who we are, and we strive to instil courage, compassion, and creativity in our students. We offer a community that emphasizes high educational expectations, challenging our students to live out our school values daily. Our school vision, "Learning Together to Make a Difference," inspires us to collaborate to reach our fullest potential. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Join Our School in Childers - A Great Place to Belong

Are you looking for a rewarding teaching opportunity in a charming rural town? Childers, a storybook town rich in history, is a must-visit destination in the beautiful and diverse Bundaberg region. Conveniently located just a 45-minute drive from Bundaberg or Hervey Bay via the Bruce Highway, Childers offers a unique blend of small-town charm and easy access to larger cities.

As part of the Brisbane Catholic Education Remote Area Incentive Scheme, we proudly offer additional financial benefits to our teachers. Our school is an integral part of Childers' friendly rural community, where you can enjoy a variety of recreational activities on weekends and experience the warmth and hospitality of our residents.

We look forward to welcoming you to our community!

Summary

Ignite a passion for learning in our students, while embodying the values, mission, and principles of Catholic Education!

• Location: St Joseph's Primary School, Childers


• Start date: Commencing January, 2027


• Work hours: 30.00


• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + Incentives + super (commensurate with experience)


• Status: Full Time | Permanent


• Access to additional incentives as part of the Remote Area Incentive Scheme


• Ad close date: 15 November, 2026


• Contact: Christina Day | [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

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 advancementand 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.

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 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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