Junior School Teacher

Do you have a passion for inspiring young minds and creating a classroom where curiosity thrives? Are you looking for a role where your enthusiasm and care are truly valued, where students are eager to learn and grow?

The Cathedral School is seeking a permanent full-time Junior School Teacher to commence in January 2026. The successful applicant will be working with a great team of professional Teachers in a school that values its staff. 

The Cathedral School provides state-of-the-art facilities, flexible learning spaces, small class sizes, and extensive professional development for staff in a supportive teaching environment. With a clear focus on learning as the core business, teachers will be required to provide an individualised and engaging teaching program differentiating for students. The Cathedral School values excellence and connection in all that we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply professional knowledge by understanding how students learn and tailoring your teaching to meet diverse learning needs.
• Demonstrate strong content knowledge and use effective, evidence-based strategies to teach in engaging and accessible ways.
• Plan and implement effective teaching and learning programs that align with curriculum standards and foster productive learning and problem-solving skills.
• Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments where all students feel valued, respected, and motivated to succeed.
• Assess, provide feedback, and report on student learning to guide progress and support individual growth.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning to enhance your practice and stay current with educational developments.
• Collaborate professionally with colleagues, parents/carers, and the wider school community to support student achievement and wellbeing.
• Actively participate in professional and community networks and forums to broaden your knowledge and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

 What We're Looking For

• Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood or Primary) or a degree qualification supported by a post-graduate diploma or degree in teaching or education.
• Current teaching registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and student success.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative school community.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Modern facilities and access to teaching resources.
• Salary of $92,293 for a 1st year teacher and $130,996 for a teacher with 8+ years teaching experience.

About the school

The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James located in Mundingburra is Townsville's only Independent Anglican School for boys and girls from Early Childhood to Year 12 and boarding students from Year 7 to 12. The school is set amongst a lagoon and lush tropical rain trees creating a wonderful canvas to inspire learning and creativity.  At Cathedral we 'educate for life-long success'. We know that this requires a well-rounded education and a focus on developing the "whole person" by nurturing the body and spirit as well as the mind. We are excited about the future and cherish the opportunity to invest in the leaders of tomorrow. 

Interested applicants who would like to be part of a thriving professional community can obtain further information by visiting our "Employment" page at

Applying for the Position

Applicants wishing to apply for the position are required to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their experience providing 3 work references to which the school can contact.  We will assess applications as they arrive, so please apply today

All staff at Cathedral are expected to support the philosophies of the school, must either hold or be able to obtain a Blue Card and/or be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification, and will be required to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.