Title Primary Teacher (HPE) - St James Primary School, COORPAROO

Brisbane Catholic Education Office; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education Office is seeking a Primary Teacher (HPE) at St James Primary School, Coorparoo, to shape the learning journey of students in a supportive Catholic environment. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, families and the community to deliver high-quality curriculum and pastoral care.

The position is part-time and fixed-term for the 2027 school year, with start on 18 January 2027 and a 6-hour workday TBC.

Qualifications

• Experience creating learner-centred classrooms aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, students and parents to enhance learning outcomes.
• Commitment to spiritual and moral development of students.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing learning environment aligned with curriculum policies.
• Develop and implement quality curriculum programs and assess student progress.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff to foster a positive school culture.
• Engage in professional learning to improve student outcomes.
• Support pastoral care and Catholic values in learning.

Skills

Learner-centred classroom

Curriculum alignment

Pastoral care

Catholic values

Tools

Australian Curriculum

Job description

Title Primary Teacher (HPE) - St James Primary School, COORPAROO

Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Coorparoo QLD

2d ago , from 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.

About our school

St James Primary School Coorparoo is a co-educational Catholic school with an enrolment of over 130 students. Our school is a small, warm, and welcoming community that strongly values inclusivity, high-quality teaching and learning, and partnerships between staff, parents, and students. Rooted in the Good Samaritan and Augustinian traditions, we strive to live by our school motto: LEARN and ACT with HEART and MIND. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Shape the future of young learners at St James Primary School, Coorparoo with multiple rewarding teaching opportunities available for the 2027 school year!

• Location: St James Primary School, COORPAROO
• Start date:18/01/2027 - End of 2027 School Year
• Work hours: 6 hours - day TBC
• Status: Part Time Fixed Term

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
• 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 it is preferable that you are 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)
• 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.