About Brigidine College Indooroopilly Brigidine College is a Kildare Ministries school in the Brigidine tradition. It is an Independent Catholic Girls’ College with an enrolment of over 980 students. We commit ourselves to the education and empowerment of young women within the framework and challenge of Catholic philosophy. Being a part of the Brigidine community means you are working with others who are passionate about learning and enjoy working in a strong, values driven culture. About This Opportunity We are seeking a passionate and highly qualified primary school teacher to join our Junior School team. Experienced teacher of upper primary (Year 5 or Year 6) Parental leave coverage Start Term 1, 2026 (20 January 2026) Contract until the end of Term 2, 2026 (25 June 2026) For further details, the position description is available on the College website. About You The ideal candidate displays an obvious drive and passion for upper primary years education. With an engaging communication style and a positive attitude, you will have demonstrated ability to build rapport and interact effectively at all levels of the College. Key requirements of the position include: Qualified and experienced Primary Teacher with current full registration, or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration as a teacher in Queensland. Accreditation to teach Religion in a Catholic school. Demonstrated competence against the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers across professional knowledge, practice and engagement. Ability to apply appropriate knowledge in order to plan and prepare innovative teaching and learning programs in the junior school which meets the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; and are consistent with relevant syllabi, curriculum policies, unit plans and education trends. Knowledge of and the ability to implement effective learner-centred and inclusive teaching and learning processes, including the use of learning technology and assessment, to establish a challenging learning environment in which students are encouraged to work towards attainment of their potential. Ability to communicate effectively with students including the use of appropriate interpersonal skills, and the ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive learning environment. An understanding of the need to work collaboratively with school staff and members of the wider community in order to establish productive partnerships and achieve educational outcomes. Proactively engage with professional learning to enhance student learning outcomes. Applicants are expected to support the Catholic ethos of the College and must have, or be eligible for, Queensland Teacher Registration. Why join us? A friendly, respectful and supportive place to work with a strong focus on employee well-being including free annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program 12.75% Superannuation Staff recognition including years of service, birthdays and weekly affirmations Discount on Brigidine College School fees Free onsite group fitness classes and access to the pool Convenient amenities such as a café Access to Library borrowing services and growth mindset resources Modern facilities combining the grandeur of historic architecture with new, well-designed, purpose-built structures Annual First Aid and CPR training Access to training and professional development opportunities and learning and development resources including spirituality days A strong leadership team who are committed to helping every person realise their full potential We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Our College maintains a child-safe environment where students are respected, supported, and empowered. We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm and uphold our legal and ethical obligations to act in students’ best interests. We actively promote a culture of safeguarding and comply with all relevant child protection laws and policies. Want to Apply? To submit your application, please complete the online application through our website. Please click here to apply. Your application must include: Online application through the Brigidine College website; Covering letter addressing key selection criteria; and Resume, including contact details for three professional referees. To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the Brigidine College employment website by the job closing deadline. Applications received via other channels, including direct email and through the Seek application portal, will not be accepted. Applications close 9:00am Tuesday, 7 October 2025. The College reserves the right to interview and employ a successful candidate before the closing date. The advertisement will be removed once an appointment has been made. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Please note we do not accept unsolicited Resumes from Recruitment agencies.
