Classroom Teacher

Commencement Date: Monday 18th January 2027

Employment Type:  Full Time, Fixed Term until 14th January 2028

Salary Range: Graduate $86,600 to Experienced Proficient Teacher $126,795 FTE gross per annum 

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm, 16th October 2026

This position holds a substantive permanent teaching position within Catholic Education, Diocese of Cairns.

St Thomas' School, Mareeba

St Thomas Of Villanova Catholic Parish School catering for students from Prep to Year 6, is situated in the town of Mareeba in the Cairns Hinterland, approximately an hour’s drive west of Cairns. 

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

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

• Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience 
• ITAS Allowance
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
• 12.75% Employer Superannuation Contributions
• 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
• Fitness Passport Membership available

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

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Enquiries

Paul Rayner - Principal
Email - principal.mareeba@cns.catholic.edu.au
Phone - 4043 4100