Secondary Teacher - English

Townsville Catholic Education Office; Charters Towers Regional; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Long service leave after 7 years

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Job summary

Columba Catholic College in Charters Towers is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Secondary English Teacher for a 2027 start. The role requires tertiary qualifications and registration with the Queensland College of Teachers; you will join a supportive team dedicated to delivering high-quality learning in a Catholic environment.

You will design engaging lessons, use diverse assessments, provide meaningful feedback, and contribute to a welcoming school community; salary range AUD 86,600 to

Qualifications

• Secondary English teacher with tertiary qualifications and registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Commitment to Catholic values and inclusive education.
• Ability to design engaging lessons and monitor student progress.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging English lessons with clear expectations.
• Use a range of assessments and provide meaningful feedback.
• Create an inclusive classroom where every learner feels valued.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage with families and the community.

Skills

English teaching

Education

Bachelor of Education

Queensland College of Teachers registration

Job description

Location:Columba Catholic College, Charters Towers

Job No : TCE5070

Commencement Date: 18th January 2027

Location: Columba Catholic College - Charters Towers QLD

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

Ready to inspire, innovate, and make a massive impact? Columba Catholic College, i s a seeking passionate and enthusasticSecondary Teacher for a 2027 Start!

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Secondary Teacher -English with tertiary qualifications and registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers.

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.

Steeped in gold rush history and set amid the rolling savannah ofNorth Queensland, Charters Towers combines the charm of a historic outback townwith the convenience of a thriving regional hub. With its grand heritage buildings,strong sense of community, and easy access to outdoor adventures, it offers alifestyle that blends country warmth with modern comforts. For those seeking awelcoming place to live and work, Charters Towers delivers a unique mix ofcharacter, connection, and opportunity.

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.

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:

• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
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• Up to 14 Weeks paid parental leave available to the primary carer, regardless of gender