Primary Teacher (Upper Years)

Brisbane Catholic Education; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education requires a committed educator to join Siena Catholic Primary School in Sippy Downs. You will create a learner-centered classroom, deliver curriculum aligned with national standards, and work with staff to foster a positive school culture.

A Catholic vocation is required and registration with the Queensland College of Teachers is expected. You will engage families, assess student progress, and contribute to pastoral care while upholding Catholic values in daily

Qualifications

• Create a supportive, learner-focused classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Design and deliver curriculum programs per Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
• Engage with colleagues, students and parents to enrich learning.
• Support students' spiritual and moral development within Catholic values.
• Catholic faith is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing learning environment aligned with policy and practice.
• Collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs; evaluate effectiveness.
• Report student progress and outcomes to students, parents and community.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff to foster positive school culture.
• Pursue professional learning to enhance student outcomes.
• Ensure Catholic teachings form a foundation for learning.

Skills

Learner-centred classroom

Curriculum design

Stakeholder engagement

Catholic values in education

Catholic faith requirement

Education

Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers

Job description

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Sippy Downs QLD

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

Siena Catholic Primary School is located in Sippy Downs, in close proximity to the beaches of the Sunshine Coast. We are a co-educational, Catholic primary school catering for approximate 630 students. Siena Catholic Primary school inspires students with a love of learning and a heart of hope, empowering them to shape and enrich our world.

As a community of faith we build respectful relationships, valuing and embracing all. We strive for excellence, developing the knowledge, attitudes and skills essential for our students to reach their potential as learners. The school began in 2002 and has rapidly grown to its full capacity and is guided by the principles and teachings of St Catherine of Siena. Explore our school website to learn more about us. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Company 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.

Job description:

About our school

Siena Catholic Primary School is located in Sippy Downs, in close proximity to the beaches of the Sunshine Coast. We are a co-educational, Catholic primary school catering for approximate 630 students. Siena Catholic Primary school inspires students with a love of learning and a heart of hope, empowering them to shape and enrich our world.

As a community of faith we build respectful relationships, valuing and embracing all. We strive for excellence, developing the knowledge, attitudes and skills essential for our students to reach their potential as learners. The school began in 2002 and has rapidly grown to its full capacity and is guided by the principles and teachings of St Catherine of Siena. Explore our school website to learn more about us. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

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

• Location: Siena Catholic Primary School, Sippy Downs
• Start date: Commencing January, 2027
• Work hours: 30.00
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + super (commensurate with experience)
• Status: Full Time | Fixed-term
• Ad close date: 29 November, 2026
• Contact: Eric Ellems | ***********@bne.catholic.edu.au

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.

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.

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.