Primary Teacher (Year 1) - Sacred Heart Primary School, SANDGATE

Primary Teacher (Year 1) - Sacred Heart Primary School, SANDGATE

Date: 19 Jul 2026

Location: SANDGATE, QLD, AU, 4017

Company: Brisbane Catholic Education

About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you.

About our school

Sacred Heart Primary School, nestled in the heart of Sandgate is a co-educational school for students in Prep to Year 6. As a small school we work collaboratively as a team to provide an environment for our learners where they can strive, search, and serve to become leaders in their own learning journey.

As a Mercy school we are inspired by Jesus and the work of Catherine McAuley to make a difference in our future and the future of others.

Summary

Ignite a passion for learning in our students, while embodying the values, mission, and principles of Catholic Education!

• Location: Sacred Heart Primary School, SANDGATE
• Start date: 06/10/2026
• Work hours: 12.00 | Thursday & Friday
• Salary: $84,078 - $121,093 (pro rata) per annum + super (commensurate with experience)
• Status: Fixed Term (parental leave cover) | Term 4
• Ad close date: 17 August 2026
• Contact: Sarah McDonald | Sarah.McDonald@bne.catholic.edu.au

About the opportunity

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Creating a nurturing and ordered learning environment that is learner-centred, supportive, cooperative, and aligned with relevant curriculum policies, documents and practices
• Collaboratively developing and implementing quality curriculum programs and appropriate pedagogy; evaluating their effectiveness; assessing and reporting student progress and learning outcomes; and reporting these to students, parents and the community
• Working collaboratively with the leadership team, teachers and other staff members in contributing to the professional life of the school and fostering a positive school culture
• Proactively engaging with professional learning to enhance student learning outcomes
• Establishing positive relationships in the pastoral care of students and supporting their spiritual and moral development
• Ensure that the teachings and values of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Creating a supportive, learner-focused classroom aligned with the Australian Curriculum
• Expertise in designing and delivering effective curriculum programs in line with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
• Commitment to engage with colleagues, students, and parents/carers to enrich learning experiences and achieve the best educational outcomes for students
• A passion to support students' spiritual and moral development
• For this position you are required to be Catholic

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers.