Title Primary Teacher (Year 1) - St Rita's Primary School, VICTORIA POINT

Brisbane Catholic Education Office; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

St Rita's Primary School in Victoria Point, part of Brisbane Catholic Education, seeks a Year 1 Primary Teacher for a full-time fixed-term role commencing ASAP and continuing through to the end of 2026. The school serves ~435 students and emphasises a faith-filled, student-centred learning environment with modern tech integration.

You will deliver curriculum aligned with the Australian Curriculum, collaborate with staff, and support spiritual and moral development in students while upholding

Qualifications

• Creating a nurturing, learner-centred classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Engaging with colleagues, students and parents to enrich learning experiences.
• Fostering student spiritual and moral development within a Catholic context.
• Not required to be Catholic for this role.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, ordered learning environment that is learner-centred and aligned with policies.
• Collaborate on curriculum programs, pedagogy, assessment and reporting of progress.
• Work with leadership, staff and parents to support a positive school culture.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning to enhance outcomes.
• Support pastoral care and integrate Catholic values into teaching.
• Ensure teachings and values of the Catholic Church underpin learning.

Skills

Learner-centred teaching

Curriculum alignment (Australian)

Stakeholder collaboration

Not required Catholic

Job description

Title Primary Teacher (Year 1) - St Rita's Primary School, VICTORIA POINT

Brisbane Catholic Education Office - Victoria Point QLD

1d 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 schoolNestled in the heart of Victoria Point, St Rita's Primary School proudly serves approximately 435 students. Founded by the Augustinians in 1993, our school community is deeply rooted in our motto: "Work of faith, labour of love and service, and promise of hope". At St Rita's, we provide an inclusive, Catholic education to the families of Victoria Point and the Redlands. Our rich history is a testament to our commitment to fostering a welcoming and vibrant community.

Together, our dedicated staff and supportive parents create an environment where educational experiences ignite a lifelong love of learning. We are proud to offer innovative technology to enhance our students' learning journey. Students in Years 4 to 6 benefit from 1:1 laptop devices, while those in Prep to Year 3 have access to class sets of devices and a dedicated iPad for each classroom.

We honour the traditional custodians of the land, the Quandamooka people, and walk with them in love as a hope-filled community. Join us at St Rita's, where faith, love, service, and hope guide our mission to empower every student. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Join the welcoming community at St Rita's Primary School, Victoria Point, as a Year 1 Primary Teacher. This full-time fixed-term opportunity commences as soon as possible and continues through to the end of the 2026 school year. Inspire young learners through engaging, student-centred teaching while contributing to a supportive and faith-filled school environment committed to educational excellence.

• Location: St Rita's Primary School, VICTORIA POINT
• Start date: ASAP - Until the end of the 2026 School Year
• Work hours: Full-time
• Status: Fixed-term
• Contact: Nathan Mulhearn | *********@bne.catholic.edu.au

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 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)
• 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.

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. 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 values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.