Primary Teacher

Primary Teachers (Graduates Encouraged)  

Full Time Permanent role to commence mid Term 2 (27th May), 2024

Kewarra Beach Campus

Trinity Anglican School is excited to welcome applications for a new vacancy at the Kewarra Beach Primary campus for 2024. 

Is TAS for me? 

You're passionate about providing the tools for students to succeed and reach their academic potential. You're excited about working in an environment that nurtures the individual strengths of students and fosters curiosity to create outstanding young global citizens. As a professional educator, you thrive when provided with the flexibility to individualise learning for each student. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to join one of the premier teaching teams in Queensland. Founded in 1983, Trinity Anglican School (TAS), located in Cairns, inspires young men and women to be the best they can be. 

Is this you? 

At TAS, we're looking for someone who is keen to take that next step in their teaching career at an independent school which prides itself on being both innovators and early adopters.  

Whilst implementing ‘best practice’ curriculum in teaching areas to support the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of the students, you will work collaboratively with the campus Curriculum Coordinator to achieve the aims and objectives of the school and develop cooperative relationships that ensure the smooth operation of the Primary School. You will also work collaboratively with the pastoral care coordinator to ensure the wellbeing of TAS students.

In addition to a strong commitment to continuous improvement in conjunction with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (AITSL), you will apply the Art and Science of Teaching (ASOT) by Robert Marzano and Essential Skills of Classroom Management (ESCM) which underpin the school’s pedagogical management approach.  

TAS has a goal to inspire its staff and students to be the best they can be. As a new member of the TAS teaching team, you will receive the support you need and the challenges you crave to provide the top quality education for which TAS holds a strong reputation. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and energetic teacher to work with our experienced team in a vibrant co-educational environment.. 

Do you have…  

• A Bachelor of Education or appropriate tertiary/teaching qualification  
• Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)
• A current First Aid Certificate in an Education and Care environment (or willingness to obtain) 
• A CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain) 

Are you a team player who can…    

• Implement “best practice” curriculum in your core teaching areas for Preparatory to Year 6 
• Develop, plan, implement and evaluate age appropriate programmes for the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of the students  
• Maintain all school records; assess, record and report on student progress 
• Take a proactive role in the spiritual development of students, this includes teaching Christian and Values Education (CAVE) if required 
• Be aware of special/additional needs, cultural, linguistic, religious, gender, language diversities and socio-economic differences and treat each child with dignity and respect 
• Liaise with and support parents and actively encourage parent involvement 
• Participate in staff development days, Outdoor Education Programs, Year Level Information Evenings, Parent Teacher Interviews, Principal’s Welcome Evenings, Excursions, Musical Productions and Co-curricular activities.  
• Encourage students to be lifelong learners 

Working with students checks 

TAS provides a safe and supportive learning environment for our students and young people and we achieve this through recruiting excellent staff based on merit and suitability to work with our students and young people. To ensure your suitability to work with our students and young people, the following checks will be undertaken as a part of the recruitment process:  

• National Register Screen (Anglican School’s Commission Screen)  
• Queensland College of Teachers Registration check 
• Reference checks 
• Child Protection Certificate 

How do I apply? 

Please click the apply now button on the ‘SEEK portal’ and upload (in Microsoft Word or PDF format):   

• Your current résumé.   
• A cover letter advising us how you meet the responsibilities of this position. 
• We will process applications as they come through, so please apply today!