Secondary Teacher (Humanities, Visual Arts & Media)

Brisbane Catholic Education Office; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

AI tools training

Salary packaging

Staff wellness

Employee assistance

Fitness passport

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education Office in Goodna, QLD, is seeking a Secondary Teacher in Humanities, with the ability to teach Visual Arts and Media, for a three-week contract at St Augustine's College Augustine Heights.

You will create a nurturing, learner-centred classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum, collaborate with staff, engage in professional learning, and integrate Catholic values. Eligibility includes QCT registration; Catholic faith not required.

Qualifications

• Creating a supportive, learner-focused classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Expertise in designing and delivering effective curriculum programs.
• Commitment to engage with colleagues, students, and parents to enrich learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Collaboratively developing and implementing quality curriculum programs; assessing and reporting progress.
• Working with the leadership team to foster a positive school culture and engage in professional learning.
• Establishing relationships in pastoral care and supporting students' development.
• Ensure Catholic Church teachings form a foundation for learning and teaching.

Skills

Australian Curriculum expertise

Curriculum design

Stakeholder engagement

Pastoral care

Religious Education (RE) teaching

Job description

Secondary Teacher (Humanities, Visual Arts & Media)

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Goodna QLD

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.

Summary

St Augustine's College, Augustine Heights, is seeking a Secondary Teacher in Humanities and the ability to teach Visual Arts and Media for three-weeks during this contract period.

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

• Location: St Augustine's College Augustine Heights
• Contract date: Beginning of Term 4 - Until end of 2026 School Year
• Work hours: 30.00 per week
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + super (commensurate with experience)
• Status: Full-Time Fixed Term

About our school

St Augustine's College provides a robust P-12 Catholic education in the Augustinian tradition. Located in Augustine Heights, we are an inclusive, Catholic College offering a rounded education that supports the growth of each student. Celebrating the Augustinian core values of Unity, Love and Truth, we provide a nurturing coeducational experience that allows students and families to journey from Prep through to Year 12. Students are supported to explore their full potential as learners, and this is complemented by a rich program of cocurricular offerings. Located in the western corridor between Brisbane and Ipswich, the College is easily accessed via the Centenary and Logan Motorways with buses available for students from surrounding areas. Our commitment to students is at the heart of everything we do. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

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
• The ability to teach Religious Education will be highly regarded
• For this position you are not 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.