Introduction:

About Us

Padua College is an independent Catholic Boys' Day School from Years 5-12 conducted by the Order of Franciscan Friars minor with an enrolment of over 1500 boys.

We are an enriching and nurturing educational community which offers young men the opportunity to discover and develop their individual talents and interests within a vibrant and caring Christian environment.

Description:

About The Role

Padua College is currently recruiting a Primary Teacher to join our dedicated Primary School team. Whether you are a highly experienced educator or a recent graduate ready to begin your teaching career, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, purpose-driven school community.

At Padua, our staff are empowered to create exceptional learning environments where students thrive. We are seeking passionate, qualified teachers who are committed to fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in every child.

Key Responsibilities / Duties:

Promote the mission and ethos of the College through active classroom participation and by modelling appropriate standards of behaviour.
Maintain a positive and effective learning environment through well-prepared and varied lessons that cater to a range of student abilities and interests.
Provide accurate student data as required for the College’s recording and reporting systems.
Provide prompt and thorough feedback on student work submitted for marking and supervision.
Actively participate in the co-curricular life of the College through its sporting and cultural programmes

To review the full Position Description click here, or alternatively, go to our 'Employment' page on our website.

Why work for us?

As a workplace, we are committed to a contemporary Catholic and faith filled environment to create a truly outstanding place to work where our staff feel valued and supported. We do this by providing:

Inclusive and Flexible Environment: We value staff wellbeing and maintain an 'open door' policy to support it, including a range of wellbeing initiatives.
Professional Development: We empower our staff with high-quality learning and career development opportunities through a rigorous professional learning program.
Collaborative Culture: Work with a team of like-minded professionals dedicated to the holistic development of our students.
Generous staff discount scheme.
Employee Assistance Program.
12.75% superannuation contribution.
Salary packaging options.

Skills and Experiences:

To be considered for this role, you should have:

Bachelor of Education or equivalent.
Current Queensland Teacher Registration.
Accreditation to teach in a Catholic School.
Demonstrate dedication to the profession of education.

How To Apply

To apply, please submit your application online or through the Career's Portal. Your application should include:

A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role
An up-to-date version of your CV
Any supporting documents you wish to include (e.g. right to work / qualifications etc.)

For any enquiries and more information about the role, please contact our HR team via employment@padua.qld.edu.au or on 07 3857 9999.

Candidates must submit their applications by 8am Friday 3 April 2026 .

Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Padua College is committed to the safety of our students. Student protection is everyone’s responsibility. At the College all persons undertaking work for or on behalf of the College have a shared responsibility for contributing to the safety and protection of children. The appointment of a successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and must have a sound understanding of, and commitment to, current child safety standards and a positive current Working with Children check.

Padua College, Kedron

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