Career Development Practitioner

St Joseph's School | Stanthorpe | P-12

• Career Development Practitioner including a teaching load

• Full time | Permanent | Commencing 19 January 2026

• $123,708 to $131,629 per annum plus super

• Applications close Sunday, 4 January 2026

Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) is a highly regarded, progressive system of 32 schools located in Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and South-West Queensland. With a vision of enabling full and flourishing lives, our focus is on progress through innovation. With the highest rate of enrolment growth in Queensland Catholic schools and enviable student achievement in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits– we have much to offer families, students and staff alike.

The Opportunity 

Join St Joseph's School as a Career Development Practitioner and lead a dynamic, whole-school career program that empowers students to make confident, informed choices about life beyond school.

In this impactful role, you will connect students with real-world opportunities, deliver engaging career education, and collaborate with educators, families, and industry partners to shape meaningful pathways. If you're passionate about guiding young people and thrive in a values-driven environment—this is your chance to make a difference. Further details can be obtained from the Role Description.

Financial Benefits: What's in it for you

• Fortnightly Isolated Teachers Assistance Scheme (ITAS)

• Accommodation allowance

• Reimbursement of removalist costs

• Review the full range of Financial Benefits.

About You

• Passionate and experienced educator.

• Hold or working towards a qualification in career development.

• Experience in delivering career education and guidance in a school setting.

• Able to build strong relationships with students, staff, families, and external partners.

• Hold or be eligible to hold, registration as a teacher in Queensland.

• As a faith-based organisation, we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, is valued, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and beliefs that enrich the Catholic identity of our workplaces.

About the school

St Joseph's School has a unique pastoral care structure, diverse curriculum and contemporary facilities and resources that come together to support the holistic development of every child. As a Visible Learning+ certified school St Joseph's expert teachers understand the differing needs of their students; provide high quality, core teaching in the classroom; use data to inform their practice; and effective feedback to engage students in their learning. The wellbeing of students is also central to the caring school environment in which all are accepted and valued. Meeting the spiritual and educational needs of young people of the Stanthorpe district for more than 150 years, St Joseph's continues to lead the way in 'being good today, but better tomorrow' (Catherine McAuley).

The community you will be joining

Outside of the classroom, you can immerse yourself in the Stanthorpe community and all it has to offer. With endless outdoor attractions including national parks, cycling tracks and picturesque picnic spots, you will never be bored. If the outdoors isn't your thing, there are plenty of other attractions with the Granite Belt Christmas Farm, numerous gourmet dining options and world class wineries. A scenic three-hour drive from Brisbane, you will be part of a thriving town located within the scenic Granite Belt region. Residents enjoy affordable living and a range of impressive facilities within a relaxed rural community.

How to apply

Please address your application to Andrew Kendall, Principal, St Joseph's School, Stanthorpe.

Click 'apply' to submit and include

• a written response, of no more than two pages, highlighting your demonstrated experience and relevant skills as they relate to the Key Result Areas in the Role Description

• your resume

If you require further information about this role, please email the Principal, Andrew Kendall at

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website.

Employment will be in accordance with the Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland