Specialist Teacher

2 days ago

Gladstone QLD, Australia Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton Full time $86,600 - $126,795 per year

Position: Specialist Teacher (Music/The Arts)

Start date: 19 January 2026

Employment Status: Part-Time (18hpw or as negotiated with the successful applicant)

Salary:$86,600 - $126,795 (pending experience)

Applications Close: Monday, 24 November 2025

What we are looking for:

Applications are invited for the position of Specialist Teacher (Music/The Arts) to join the staff of Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, Gladstone. We are seeking a specialist teacher (3 days per week or as negotiated with the successful applicant) who can plan, teach and report on curriculum for all classes from Prep through to Year 6 in the areas of Music or The Arts. Interested applicants are also welcome to express interest in the subject of Digital Technology. This is a part-time contract position, commencing from 19 January 2026 until 17 January 2027.

The successful applicant requires excellent people skills, a capacity to work as a part of a team, and the willingness to support students, staff and parents of the school. Previous experience with Music or The Arts or digital technology would be an advantage.

About us

Star of the Sea Catholic primary school operates as a two-stream school. Its distinct Catholic ethos has a particular focus on Gospel values, the teachings of Jesus, and Mary as a guide and role model. At Star of the Sea, we understand your child is an individual and as such, has their own particular needs, interests and characteristics. We believe in supporting and nurturing your child to develop as an individual and as a member of our school and wider community. We firmly believe the primary educators of children are the parents and that a mutually supportive partnership between parents and teachers is crucial to the successful education and happiness of children.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and the ability to obtain approved Queensland College of Teachers Registration
  • Australian work rights
Generous incentives are available to successful applicants which include:
  • Competitive salary structure for Teaching staff - $86,600 - $126,795(pending experience)
  • Recognition of Service for salary purposes (on provision of Statement of Service)
  • Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
  • Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salaries (based on eligibility criteria with RemServ)
  • Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
  • Access to Fitness Passport
  • 39 weeks of term time for a school year
  • Access to free Employee Assistant Program (24-hour counselling service)
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Induction and professional learning programs and Early Career Teacher Support
  • Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
  • Deferred Salary Scheme
  • Modern facilities and resources

How to apply

Please review our How To Apply Online Guide

  • Complete the application below by clicking Apply Now
  • Upload a Cover Letter (addressed Mr Michael McCusker, Diocesan Director) and Current Resume
  • Upload supporting documentation (ie. Prac Reports, Academic Transcripts)
  • Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
  • Upload written statement addressing the Selection Criteria
  • Please refer to the Position Description when completing your application

Applications close: Monday, 24 November 2025.

Further information

  • For a confidential conversation please contact Jennett O'Mullane, Principal, Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, Gladstone, on
  • To learn more about Accreditation, please view our Accreditation Information Sheet.
  • For a confidential conversation or for further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services or

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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