Secondary English Teacher

Townsville Catholic Education; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Annual Leave loading 17.5%

Superannuation employer contribution 9

Long service leave after 7 years

Job summary

Townsville Catholic Education is seeking a passionate Secondary English Teacher for St Catherine's Catholic College in The Whitsundays, QLD. The role requires tertiary teaching qualifications and registration with the Queensland College of Teachers, with psychology teaching ability considered a plus.

This full-time, permanent position commences 18 January 2027. You will join a collaborative team dedicated to inclusive, high-quality learning and student wellbeing in a beautiful coastal region.

Qualifications

• Secondary English Teacher with tertiary qualifications and registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Having Psychology teaching ability would be advantageous.
• Full-time, permanent position commencing 18 January 2027.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging lessons to spark curiosity and a love of learning.
• Use a range of assessment tools to monitor progress and provide feedback.
• Create a supportive, inclusive classroom environment in line with Catholic values.

Skills

Secondary English

Teaching registration

Psychology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Job No: TCE5165

Commencement Date: 18 January 2027

Location: St Catherine's Catholic College - The Whitsundays QLD

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

Incentives: ITASS Allowance

Join our team as a Secondary Teacher at St Catherine's Catholic College!

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Secondary English Teacher with tertiary qualifications and registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers. The ability to teach Psychology would be highly advantageous.

This is a full time, permanent position commencing 18 January 2027.

You’ll join a supportive team of committed teachers who work together in partnership with the parent community to create the best possible learning experience for every student. Your understanding of contemporary teaching practices, and your ability to adapt and support a diverse range of learners, will help every child feel included, valued, and confident.

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.

Located in the heart of The Whitsundays, St Catherine’s Catholic College offers the opportunity to live and work in one of Australia’s most remarkable regions. From the welcoming community and relaxed lifestyle of Proserpine to the tropical islands, beaches and vibrant coastal communities of Airlie Beach and Cannonvale, the region offers something for everyone. With the Great Barrier Reef, rainforest trails and countless outdoor adventures on your doorstep, The Whitsundays is an inspiring place to build your career and enjoy an exceptional lifestyle.

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.

Applications close 30 October 2026.

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:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading
• 12.75% Superannuation employer contribution
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service