St Joseph's Catholic School Queenstown
QUEENSTOWN, TAS
Primary Teacher
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 25 August 2026
Provide for spiritual, academic and wellbeing needs of students and adhere to Catholic principles, by personal example and behaviour.
Teachers 2027
Primary & Early Learning
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School
Queenstown, Tasmania
Ongoing, Full-time
"At St Joseph School, we believe in planting trees whose shade we may never sit under."
If you’re the kind of teacher who stays curious, leans into growth, and brings heart to every day, St Joseph’s is ready to join you on your journey. We’ll champion your development, celebrate your wins, and help you thrive as an educator!
St Joseph’s Catholic School is a welcoming, faith‑filled community committed to evidence‑based teaching, the Science of Learning, and the Australian Curriculum. Set in the heart of Tasmania’s West Coast, Queenstown offers an affordable lifestyle, strong community spirit and access to world‑class wilderness areas including nearby national parks, walking trails and world-class mountain biking experiences.
Residents enjoy an affordable lifestyle, strong community connections and the opportunity to live and work in one of Australia’s most distinctive regional towns. Queenstown is an ideal destination for those seeking a rewarding teaching career while embracing the beauty and adventure of Tasmania’s west coast.
Why St Joseph's?
At St Joseph's, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a high-quality Catholic education that nurtures the spiritual, academic and wellbeing needs of every child. Our small school setting creates meaningful opportunities for staff to build strong connections with students, families and colleagues, ensuring that every child is known, valued and supported to reach their full potential.
Successful applicants will also receive ongoing assistance with living and travel expenses as well as benefiting from additional leave days, allowing plenty of time for trips to the ‘big smoke’ or to accompany family and friends as they join you to explore Tasmania’s amazing West Coast.
Available financial support includes:
- Removal cost support of $1,500 each way.
- Lodging in CET properties at a rate of $10 per week. Successful applicants to pay a $1,000 bond.
- Subsidised rent up to $300 per week for private properties. Successful applicants pay a minimum of $10 per week in rent.
- A remote schools allowance of $10,000 per year for three years (pro rata for part time employees). Financial support for electricity costs in CET properties.
- A one-off payment of $10,000 on completion of a three-year contract.
About The Roles
As a Teacher at St Joseph's Catholic School, you will:
- Support the spiritual, academic and wellbeing development of all students.
- Promote and uphold the Catholic identity and mission of the school.
- Create engaging, inclusive and safe learning environments.
- Deliver high-quality teaching aligned with the Australian Curriculum and contemporary best practice.
- Develop positive and productive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the wider community.
- Collaborate with staff to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Support student growth through effective assessment, feedback and reporting practices.
- Participate actively in school events, professional learning and community life.
What You'll Bring
We are looking for educators who:
- Demonstrate a commitment to the aims, values and philosophy of Catholic Education.
- Have a strong understanding of contemporary teaching and learning practices.
- Build positive and respectful relationships with students, families and colleagues.
- Foster inclusive classrooms that celebrate diversity and individual learning needs.
- Show a commitment to ongoing professional growth and collaboration.
- Can teach Religious Education in a Catholic School or are willing to work towards accreditation requirements.
Essential Requirements
- Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration.
- Teacher Registration in Tasmania, or the ability to obtain registration before commencement.
- Accreditation C: Accreditation to Teach Religious Education in a Catholic School, or a willingness to work towards obtaining this accreditation.
- Commitment to upholding Catholic beliefs, values and the Archbishop's Charter for Catholic Schools.
- Current Driver's Licence
Desirable
- First Aid Certificate.
- Experience across a range of year levels and school settings.
Catholic Education Tasmania and St Joseph’s Catholic School are committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and providing a safe and supportive environment for them. The successful candidate will require satisfactory child safety checks and registrations.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the Tasmanian Catholic Education Single Enterprise Agreement 2024.
Full details on how to apply can be found in the Application Package, accessed via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page.
Applications are to be addressed to David Adams-Jones, Principal, St Joseph’s Catholic School, and be submitted electronically via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page by clicking ‘Apply’.
Applications close: Tuesday, 25th August 2026 at 1.00pm
If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact: People Services on (03) 6210 8888 or via careers@catholic.tas.edu.au.
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