Classroom Teacher (Year 2) - St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School (P-6) is a three-stream Catholic school with a rich history and an enduring Mercy charism that permeates all aspects of school life. An emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy, enhanced through the use of Information Communication Technologies, fosters a broad and comprehensive education that promotes shared values and seeks to build strength of character. Increasing enrolments have enabled the school to continually improve opportunities for students but the school has retained its family atmosphere through the combined contributions of the parent community and staff.

St Patrick’s offers a wide range of co-curricular activities including choir, interschool sport, and other cultural and service activities thanks to the commitment of staff, students and parents. All these programs and activities aim to fulfil St Patrick’s goal of providing an atmosphere where students can grow and develop academically, spiritually, physically, socially, culturally and emotionally.

About the role
Applications are invited for the position of full-time contract classroom teacher (Year 2) at St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Bundaberg commencing 15 August 2022 until 15 January 2023.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a deep commitment to providing quality Catholic education and learning based on a personal faith as well as be a highly trained and qualified professional with significant experience in the provision of high-quality educational programs.  You will have well developed organisational skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to work well in a team, as well as the ability to work independently.

What we are looking for:
Qualified educators who are committed to the ideals of Catholic Education and possess the following are encouraged to apply:-

• Relevant Tertiary Qualifications (4 Year University Qualified Teacher).


• Appropriate qualities, knowledge and skills to provide a relevant and holistic education.


• Current Queensland College of Teacher Registration is a mandatory requirement of this role.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a deep commitment to providing quality Catholic education and learning based on a personal faith as well as be a highly trained and qualified professional with significant experience in the provision of high-quality educational programs.  You will have well developed organisational skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to work well in a team, as well as the ability to work independently. 

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate:

• a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school


• ability to teach in subject areas listed above


• a commitment to the extra-curricular activities

Mandatory Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and current Queensland College of Teachers Registration


• Australian work rights

What we offer

• Competitive salary – starting from $75,470 - $108,695 (pending experience)


• Salary packaging options


• Superannuation options up to maximum of 12.75%


• Leadership development opportunities


• Modern facilities and resources


• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of LSL may also be applicable)


• Deferred Salary Scheme


• Corporate health insurance


• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations


• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
  

How to apply

1. Complete the application below


2. Upload a Cover Letter (addressed to the Diocesan Director) and Current Resume


3. Upload supporting documentation (ie. QCT Registration, Birth Certificate, Passport or Visa (if applicable), Teaching statements of service (if applicable), Competencies/Qualifications/Academic transcripts,


4. Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools 


5. Upload written statement addressing the Selection Criteria                     

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Mark Fox, Principal St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Bundaberg 07 4152 1380


• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services Employment@rok.catholic.edu.au


• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications close Wednesday 6 July 2022.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer.

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