Secondary Teacher (Core)

Padua College, Kedron; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous staff discount scheme

Employee Assistance Program

12.75% superannuation

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive and flexible environment

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Padua College is a Brisbane-based independent Catholic boys' school seeking two full-time secondary teachers for Year 7 and Year 8 on 12-month contracts commencing Term One, 2027. Successful applicants will teach English, HASS and Religious Education.

Join our Core Middle Phase team and contribute to dynamic pedagogy within a supportive Christian environment, with strong professional development and staff support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent qualification.
• Current Queensland Teacher Registration.
• Accreditation to teach in a Catholic School.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching as a profession.

Responsibilities

• Promote the College's mission and ethos through engaging lessons.
• Create positive, inclusive learning environments and varied instruction.
• Set a challenging and realistic homework program.
• Provide prompt feedback on student work.

Skills

Bachelor of Education

Queensland Teacher Registration

Catholic School accreditation

Professional dedication

Education

Bachelor of Education (or equivalent)

Job description

Padua College is an independent Catholic Boys' Day School from Years 5-12 conducted by the Order of Franciscan Friars minor with an enrolment of over 1,500 boys.

Introduction

We are an enriching and nurturing educational community which offers young men the opportunity to discover and develop their individual talents and interests within a vibrant and caring Christian environment.

Description

Our teachers play an integral role in delivering dynamic, innovative pedagogy that inspires and engages learners, promoting a positive culture of inclusiveness, personalisation and care.

We are seeking two full-time Secondary Teachers to join the College's Core Middle Phase team, both on a 12-month contract, commencing Term One, 2027. We have one vacancy within our Year 7 team and one within our Year 8 team, with successful applicants teaching English, HASS and Religious Education. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced educator, this is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful impact within our dynamic school community.

Key Responsibilities / Duties

• Promote the mission and ethos of the College through active classroom participation and by modelling appropriate standards of behaviour.
• Maintain a positive and effective learning environment through well-prepared and varied lessons that cater to a range of student abilities and interests.
• Set a challenging and realistic program of student homework.
• Provide prompt and thorough feedback on student work submitted for marking and supervision.

To review the full Position Description click here, or alternatively, go to our 'Employment' page on our website.

Why work for us?

As a workplace, we are committed to a contemporary Catholic and faith filled environment to create a truly outstanding place to work where our staff feel valued and supported. We do this by providing:

• Inclusive and Flexible Environment: We value staff wellbeing and maintain an 'open door' policy to support it, including a range of wellbeing initiatives.
• Professional Development: We empower our staff with high-quality learning and career development opportunities through a rigorous professional learning program.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a team of like-minded professionals dedicated to the holistic development of our students.
• Generous staff discount scheme.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 12.75% superannuation contribution.
• Salary packaging options.

Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent.
• Current Queensland Teacher Registration.
• Accreditation to teach in a Catholic School.
• Demonstrate dedication to the profession of education.

For any enquiries and more information about the role, please contact our HR team via [e-mail] or on 07 3857 9999.

Padua College is committed to the safety of our students. Student protection is everyone’s responsibility. At the College all persons undertaking work for or on behalf of the College have a shared responsibility for contributing to the safety and protection of children. The appointment of a successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and must have a sound understanding of, and commitment to, current child safety standards and a positive current Working with Children check.