Specialist Teacher (PE) - St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wandal

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 127,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12.75% superannuation

Salary packaging options

Health insurance discounts

Fitness Passport

Term-time structure (39 weeks)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wandal is seeking a Specialist Teacher in Physical Education to plan, teach and report on the curriculum for Prep to Year 6. This 12 hpw part-time position starts 18 January 2027 and runs until 16 January 2028, with pro-rata salary and a strong Catholic ethos.

The successful candidate will hold relevant tertiary qualifications, meet literacy/numeracy testing requirements and be eligible to work in Australia for the duration, contributing to a holistic

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and ability to obtain QCT registration.
• Ability to pass Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students.
• Commitment to Catholic ethos and holistic education.
• Eligible to work in Australia for the duration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach and report on the curriculum for Prep–Year 6 in Physical Education.
• Deliver engaging PE lessons for all classes on a 12 hpw schedule.
• Contribute to a Catholic school community and ethos.

Skills

Curriculum planning

PE expertise

Assessment & reporting

Team collaboration

Student inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education (or eligible to graduate)

Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students

Job description

Specialist Teacher (PE) - St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wandal

Position: Specialist Teacher (Physical Education), St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wandal
Start date: 18 January 2027
Employment Status: Part-time contract (12hpw)
Salary: $86,600 - $126,795 (pending experience)(pro-rata)
Applications Close: Friday, 30 October 2026

What we are looking for:

Applications are invited from qualified and enthusiastic educators to join the teaching staff of St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wandal. We are seeking a specialist teacher (12 hpw/2 days per week) who can plan, teach and report on curriculum for all classes from Prep through to Year 6 in the area of Physical Education. This is a part-time contract position, commencing 18 January 2027 until 16 January 2028.

Applications are welcome from anyone who would support the school's ethos and possess the following are encouraged to apply:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (or eligible to graduate)
• Evidence of successfully passing the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students
• Appropriate qualities, knowledge and skills to provide a relevant and holistic education
• Eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• A desire to serve the communities located within the diocese of Rockhampton

About us

St Joseph's Wandalis a Catholic primary school, which offers quality Catholic education influenced by the charism of the Sisters of St Joseph and the Vincentian traditions. Staff, students and parents work in partnership to honour this tradition in our school community by being a community, which is centred on the ideal of service through love.

Our school is characterised by a welcoming, family friendly atmosphere. Well-developed academic, sporting and cultural programmes encourage our students to develop to the extent of their potential.

Mandatory Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and the ability to obtain approved Queensland College of Teachers Registration

Generous incentives are available to successful applicants which include:

• Competitive salary structure for Teaching staff - $86,600 - $126,495 (pending experience)(pro-rata)
• Recognition of Service for salary purposes (on provision of Statement of Service)
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salaries (based on eligibility criteria with RemServ)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• 39 weeks of term time for a school year
• Access to free Employee Assistant Program (24-hour counselling service)
• Induction and professional learning programs and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Cover Letter (addressed Mr Michael McCusker, Diocesan Director) and Current Resume
• Supporting documentation (ie. QCT Registration, Tertiary Qualifications, Prac Reports, Academic Transcripts)
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Bernadette Brennan, Principal, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wandalon 07 4994 8230.
• For a confidential conversation or for further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support S ervices 07 4994 8086 or [e-mail]

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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About Us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton, is a large, dynamic and growing organisation with a currentenrolment of approximately 18,220 students and a staff of approximately 3,400 in Kindergartens, EarlyLearning Centres, Outside School Hours Care Services, 31 Catholic Primary Schools and 8 Catholic Secondary Colleges.Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton serves communities from Bundaberg in the south to Mackayin the north and west to Longreach.

With a vibrant working environment, we provide excellent benefits for staff including professional andcareer development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversityin our workforce, and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to theworkplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis oncaring and supporting teachers in both their vocation in working with students and other aspects of theirlives.