Primary Teacher

Employment

Full time, Fixed term

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Salary range

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Closing date

7 October 2026

14 days remaining

Posted 22 Sep 2026

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About St Benedict's Catholic School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

Prep-6

School staff (FTE)

53.8

35.6 teaching · 18.2 non-teaching

Students per teacher

17.2:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

613

Indigenous students

9%

Language other than English

7%

Girls vs boys

289 girls · 324 boys

47%
53%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

Job No: TCE5138

Commencement Date: 18 January 2028

Location:St Benedict's Catholic School - Shaw QLD  

Salary Range: $86,600 - $124,725 pending experience + Super

 

Join our team as a Primary Teacher at St Benedict's Catholic School, Shaw.  

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher with tertiary qualifications and registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers.  This is a Full Time, Fixed Term position commencing 18 January 2027 and concludes on 3 December 2027.

In this unique role, you’ll be teaching and joining a supportive team of dedicated educators who work closely with families to create the best possible learning experience for every child. Your knowledge of contemporary teaching practices, combined with your ability to adapt and nurture a diverse range of learners, will ensure that each student feels included, valued, and confident as they begin their educational journey.

In your classroom, you’ll spark curiosity and a love of learning by designing engaging lessons, setting clear expectations, and continually reflecting on your practice to keep improving. You’ll use a range of assessment tools to understand each student’s progress, celebrate their growth, and give meaningful feedback that helps them thrive.

Guided by Catholic values, you’ll embrace the school’s mission, prioritise student safety and wellbeing, and help create a welcoming, supportive environment where every learner feels they belong.

Set on the tropical coast of North Queensland, Townsville blends the energy of a thriving regional city with the warmth of a…

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