Early Years Teacher

About 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 Ann's School, Redbank Plains, is a Brisbane Catholic Education Primary School opened in January 2020. The school is located 35 minutes southwest of the Brisbane CBD between Ipswich and Springfield Lakes. Starting with approximately 100 students from Prep to Year 3, it is anticipated the school will grow to over 500 students by 2025, with Prep to Year 6. St Ann's School, Redbank Plains, is nestled next to the Cashmere Road Reserve which provides an ideal educational setting.

As a multicultural school, our values of Faith, Love, Hope, and Courage permeate throughout our supportive school community. We highly value team-oriented staff who embrace our school vision: "We are a Christ-centred community, called to be who we are dreamed to be, contributing to a more just and caring world." Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

Ignite a passion for learning in our students while embodying the values, mission, and principles of Catholic Education. We are seeking passionate Early Years Teachers (P - 2) to join the caring and committed team at St Ann's Primary School, Redbank Plains.

• Location: St Ann's - Redbank Plains (P)
• Start date: Commencing January 2026
• Work hours: 30 hours per week
• Salary: $84,078 - $121,093 per annum + super (commensurate with experience)
• Status: Full Time Continuing
• Application close date: 08 August 2025
• Contact:

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.
• Ensuring 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.
• Expertise in designing and delivering effective curriculum programs in line with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
• Commitment to engaging 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.

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).
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre.
• 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.

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 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 policy towards abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values, and we recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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