Secondary Teacher (Music)

Brisbane Catholic Education Office; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging

Job summary

Aquinas College, Ashmore, on the Gold Coast, is seeking a passionate and dynamic Secondary Teacher (Music) to inspire students through engaging and innovative music education. The successful applicant will have the ability to teach Music alongside other secondary subjects, contributing to a collaborative and vibrant learning environment.

This full-time continuing role offers a competitive salary of $86,601 to $124,725 plus 12.75% super, starting January 2027, with the chance to contribute to

Qualifications

• The ability to teach other subject areas within the Middle Years is highly desirable.
• Create a learner-focused classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Design and deliver curriculum programs in line with Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
• Engage with colleagues, students and parents to enrich learning outcomes.
• Support students' spiritual and moral development.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, learner-centred learning environment.
• Collaboratively develop and implement quality curriculum programs and assess student progress.
• Work with leadership and staff to foster a positive school culture.
• Engage in professional learning to enhance student outcomes.
• Establish positive pastoral relationships and support student development.
• Ensure Catholic teachings and values underpin learning and teaching.

Skills

Multi-subject teaching

Curriculum alignment

Curriculum design standards

Collaborative skills

Pastoral care

Job description

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Ashmore 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.

Summary

Aquinas College, Ashmore is seeking a passionate and dynamic Secondary Teacher (Music) to inspire students through engaging and innovative music education. The successful applicant will have the ability to teach Music along with other secondary subject areas, contributing to a collaborative and vibrant learning environment. This is an exciting opportunity to nurture students' creativity, performance skills, and appreciation for the arts while making a meaningful impact across the wider school community.

• Location: Aquinas College - Ashmore (S)
• Start date: Commencing January 2027
• Work hours: 30.00 per week
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + 12.75% Super
• Status: Full Time Continuing
• Ad close date: 8th November 2026
• Contact: [phone] | ****@aquinas.qld.edu.au

About our school

Aquinas College is a Secondary Coeducational Catholic College situated on the Gold Coast with over 820 students. The College, situated in Ashmore, is a growing community valuing diversity and inclusion. With modern facilities and an expansive campus, Aquinas is proud of its rich history grounded in the charisms of Edmund Rice and Catherine McAuley. 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:

• The ability and willingness to teach in other subject area within Middle Years is highly desirable
• 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 and willingness to teach other subject areas 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.

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.

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.