Primary Teacher

Commencement Date: 5 May 2025 (Negotiable)

Employment Status: Full Time Permanent

Salary Range: Graduate $84,077 to Lead Teacher $142,764 FTE Gross per annum

Other Financial Incentives: ITAS and Incentive Payment Remote Areas Staff Scheme Allowances

Closing Date for Applications: 3pm 28 May 2025 - Unless Filled Prior

Teach, Thrive, and Explore in Weipa!

Are you a passionate teacher looking for a sea change or graduate teacher looking for an adventure that goes beyond the classroom? 

Why Weipa?

• Breathtaking Location – Nestled in the stunning Cape York Peninsula, Weipa offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure.
• Supportive School Environment – Join a close-knit pastoral teaching community that values innovation, collaboration, and student success. With an outstanding graduate support program.
• Strong Community Connections – Build meaningful relationships with students, families, and locals who will welcome you with open arms.
• Career Growth – Gain invaluable experience in a dynamic setting, with opportunities to develop unique skills and make a lasting impact.
• Lifestyle & Adventure – Whether it’s fishing, camping, or exploring untouched landscapes, Weipa offers a lifestyle like no other!

Make a Difference

Teaching in Weipa isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to shape young minds while embracing a fulfilling and adventurous lifestyle. If you're ready to take your teaching career to the next level, Weipa is the place to be!

Apply today and start your journey in Weipa!

St Joseph's Parish School, Weipa

Located in Weipa, the largest town on the Gulf of Carpentaria coast of the Cape York Peninsula, St Joseph’s Parish School has at its very heart, the values of humility, justice and compassion. Together with engaged and supportive parents, staff create a safe and stimulating learning environment where each child has the opportunity to achieve his or her potential. Joseph is the patron saint of workers, a patronage that has strong relevance for the Weipa community.

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns is comprised of 30 schools and colleges across Far North Queensland and the central education office, Catholic Education Services which is located across three offices in the city of Cairns. Our Cairns Catholic Education community has 20 primary schools, two Prep to Year 12 colleges and eight secondary colleges. The most recent college to open was the first Catholic school in Australia to be co-located with a university. Another of our colleges is a Special Assistance College with campuses in Cairns, Cooktown, and Edmonton. 

To find out about more the Diocese of Cairns, click the link here

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.

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

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

• Teacher Accommodation
• Isolated Teachers Assistance Scheme and IPRASS (Incentive Payments-Remote Area Staff Scheme) 
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Annual Airfare Payment
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
• Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable dependant on eligibility)
• Accelerated Long Service Leave
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Enquiries:

Principal
Katherine Porter  
P:  07 4069 9500
E:  principal.weipa@cns.catholic.edu.au