Teacher of English with the ability to teach SOR & Literature

St Patrick's College (see more jobs from this school)

Shorncliffe, QLD 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: English

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 27 September 2024


A Full Time Continuing Teacher position is available within the English Department at St Patrick's College, come join our team.

<p><strong>St Patrick’s College Shorncliffe</strong> is a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice tradition, our community prides itself on being a place of faith, learning and humility. St Patrick&#39;s has been committed to educating young men for over 70 years.</p><p>Our College motto is &#39;Certa Bonum Certamen&#39; (Fight the Good Fight) and it reminds us that the person and story of Jesus Christ is our foundation. </p><p>Throughout their journey, young men of St Patrick&#39;s College will be challenged to seek excellence within a holistic education. We aim to nurture their talents in a caring and supportive environment in which they can flourish and grow into reflective and confident young men of action who contribute to their community for the good of all. </p><p><strong>Applications for the position of </strong></p><p><strong>TEACHER of English with the ability to teach SOR and Literature is now open, this is a full-time continuing position commencing in Term 1 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>The successful candidate will:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>have appropriate tertiary qualifications </strong></li><li><strong>have the ability to lead effective curriculum and pedagogical development specific to boys’ education</strong></li><li><strong>have the ability to work effectively within a team and build cooperative relationships with staff and parents</strong></li><li><strong>a willingness to support the spiritual, community and cocurricular life of a College in the Edmund Rice Tradition.</strong></li><li><strong>Have current working rights for Australia</strong></li><li><strong>will hold (or be eligible to obtain) registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)</strong></li><li><strong>be innovative and enthusiastic,  with a demonstrated ability to nurture and develop empowered learners who are reflective, relational, resilient and resourceful.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>HOW TO APPLY </strong></p><p><strong>Please note: Applications for this position, will only be accepted if submitted through our College Website </strong></p><p><strong>Follow this link </strong><a href="https://www.stpatricks.qld.edu.au/discover-st-patricks/employment-opportunities" rel="nofollow">Employment Opportunities | St Patrick&#39;s College (stpatricks.qld.edu.au)</a></p><p><i>The Position Description is also available via this link</i></p><p>Your application should be directed to the Principal, Mr Chris Mayes (Ref: Indonesian Teacher 2025) and must include the following:</p><ul><li>A Cover Letter – outlining your suitability for the role and why you would be an asset to our team </li><li>A Current Resume detailing:<ul><li>Your current role and responsibilities</li><li>Previous roles and responsibilities</li><li>Memberships in professional and personal organisations</li><li>Involvement and interests in cultural, community, and recreational activities</li><li>Educational background and professional credentials.</li><li>Three Professional Referees</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Applications for this role close on Friday 27th September 2024 by 3.00pm</strong></p><p>All applications will be treated as confidential. </p><p>St Patrick&#39;s College reserves the right to appoint the position by invitation or to re-advertise as necessary.</p><p><i>St Patrick’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i> <i>Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. </i> All applicants will be subject to EREA and Legislative screening procedures.</p><p><strong>Working with Children</strong></p><p>Applicants must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working with Children Check - Blue Card Queensland or be registered with and maintain registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.</p><p><strong>Student Protection</strong></p><p>All employees are required to familiarise themselves with the EREA Student Child Protection Policy and Processes. It is required they will have a responsibility for the promotion and safeguarding the welfare of students with whom they come into contact and ensure compliance with EREA’s Child Protection Policy at all times. If during the course of carrying out their duties, an employee becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to safety or welfare of children in the College, they must report any concerns immediately.</p><p> All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures. Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.</p><p><strong>www.stpatricks.qld.edu.au</strong></p>