Teacher- Year 5 Class

2 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Catholic Education Cairns Full time $86,000 - $147,048 per year

Classroom Teacher

Graduates & Early Years Teachers encouraged to Apply

This position is an exciting Early Career Teacher opportunity for a new graduate or a teacher in their first 4 years in education.

Good Counsel Primary School has two streams of each year level in the primary years and this opportunity will allow the successful candidate to hone their skills whilst working in a welcoming school community and a supportive team within the Year 5 cohort.

Commencement Date: January 2026

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent

Salary Range:Commensurate with experience - Graduate $86,600 to Lead Teacher $147,048 FTE Gross per annum % super

Closing Date for Applications: 3:00pm, Tuesday 11 November 2025 (Unless filled prior)

Please note applications for this role may be reviewed as they are received, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity.

*Good Counsel Primary School*

At Good Counsel Primary we value a strong partnership with families and encourage the building of relationships within a caring and safe community.  It is our belief that children more easily achieve their true potential when parents feel comfortable being active and involved in the life of the school.

Our teachers and support staff are highly motivated and dedicated professionals who provide a rich learning environment for their students providing a world class education.

Meet the Principal, Liam Kenny

About the Role

As 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.

Work Requirements

  • Be registered or eligible to be register with Queensland College of Teachers
  • Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

  • ITAS Allowance
  • Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
  • Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
  • 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
  • Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description  Teacher Position

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

For Enquiries: Please call

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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