Secondary Teacher (Science) - Southern Cross Catholic College, SCARBOROUGH

Brisbane Catholic Education; Stirling; On-site; AUD 86,601 - 124,725; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary

Flexible work arrangements

Access to wellness programs

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a passionate secondary teacher to support years 7-10 Science at Southern Cross Catholic College. The ideal candidate will create a supportive learning environment and collaboratively develop quality curriculum programs. Responsibilities include engaging with students, parents, and staff to foster educational outcomes. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $86,601 to $124,725 per annum. Join a community dedicated to student development and Catholic values.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing and ordered learning environment.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs.
• Engage in professional learning to enhance student outcomes.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Collaboration

Student engagement

Pedagogical skills

Education

Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers

Job description

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

• Location: Southern Cross Catholic College (Secondary) - Scarborough Campus
• Start date: 20/4/2026 - End of 2026 school year
• Work hours: 30.00
• Salary: $86,601 - $124,725 per annum + super
• Status: Full Time Fixed Term/ Variation
• Ad close date: 5 April 2026
• Contact: [e-mail]

About our school

Southern Cross Catholic College is a Prep to Year 12 school offering families a co‑educational pathway to life‑long learning. The College was founded in 1995 following the amalgamation of the Catholic primary and secondary schools in the Moreton Bay Region.

The multi‑campus College operates as the principal Catholic College on the Redcliffe peninsula. The College has three campuses located in Scarborough, Kippa Ring, and Woody Point accommodating students in Prep to Year 6 and a fourth campus in Scarborough accommodating middle and senior years students from Year 7 to 12. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

About the opportunity

As a secondary teacher supporting years 7 – 10 Science (With the ability to teach maths) 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
• 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.

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 a commitment to the safeguarding of children and 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 and 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 the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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