Teacher
Employment
Full time, Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Posted 15 Sep 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout St Francis Xavier's School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
41.5
28.2 teaching · 13.3 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.5:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
382
Indigenous students
26%
Language other than English
37%
Girls vs boys
188 girls · 194 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Classroom Teacher
Commencement Date: Monday 16 January 2027
Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term - ending 14 January 2028
This position holds permanency to the Cairns Diocese
Salary Range:Commensurate with experience - Graduate $86,600 to Lead Teacher $147,048 FTE Gross per annum
Closing Date for Applications: 25th September 2026 - 5:00PM
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so please apply as soon as possible.
St Francis Xavier's SchoolSt Francis Xavier’s School prides itself on being both Christ and child centred, providing excellent teaching delivery to the students we serve.
Our purpose is to provide an educational environment that allows students to learn together to achieve their personal best in a united, caring and Christ-centred environment.
We aim to empower students to reach their true potential so that they can be life-long learners and active contributors to our society and the local community.
We strive to provide a holistic education by developing the ‘whole child’, not only academically, but also physically, culturally, socially and emotionally. This inclusive education takes place in an environment formed by Gospel values and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
About the RoleAs a Teacher you will:
- Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning
- Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment
Teachers are accountable to and under the direction of the school Principal or delegate.
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