Job Description
Full job description
Commencing Date: As soon as practicable
Tenure: Full Time, Fixed Term
Salary Range: $86,600-$124,725 per annum pending experience
Incentives: ITAS and IPRASS Allowances
Closing Date: Monday, 13 October 2026 unless filled prior
St Joseph's Catholic School, Cloncurry offers a high quality curriculum and schooling experience for students from Prep to year 9. The school prides itself on a friendly and supportive environment which has a unique sense of community where parents, staff and students’ value and respect each other.
Located just 120km east of Mount Isa, Cloncurry is a community that celebrates outback life. As a Townsville Catholic Education (TCE) teacher, you will be eligible for our Incentive Payments Remote Area Staff Scheme (IPRASS). Teaching in rural and remote locations is a rewarding experience that can take you places.
About the role
St Joseph's Catholic School, Cloncurry is seeking experienced and dedicated Primary/ Secondary Teacher - Prep to * Internal Relief. This role is a Full time, Fixed term position commencing or as soon as practicable until 5 December 2026.
To join this vibrant school community, you'll need
To have knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the school
To be able to work as a member of a committed team of professional teachers, dedicated to providing quality teaching and learning in partnership with the parent community
To have an understanding of contemporary pedagogy and the ability to differentiate, and provide for, a diverse range of abilities
To have the ability to collaborate and work positively as a part of a professional learning community
To have a willingness to change and develop instructional strategies to increase student growth and achievement
Mandatory Criteria/Professional Registration/Other
Appropriate Tertiary qualification with registration or eligibility for registration with Queensland College of Teachers
Current Driver’s Licence
Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
What we offer
Competitive Salary range
Benefits of working remotely
Vacation Travel Allowance
Living & Accommodation Allowance
Relocation Assistance
Wellbeing Allowance
IPRASS financial bonus for teachers who work in our more isolated schools
Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary
Modern facilities, equipment and resources
Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
Deferred Salary Scheme
Access to corporate health schemes
Induction processes, professional learning programs and Early Career Teacher Support
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Leadership development opportunities
Firm lifelong teacher networks
Wellbeing programs and initiatives
Our Organisation
Townsville Catholic Education supports a diverse region extending from Townsville to the Burdekin and Whitsunday regions in the south, and north to Ingham and Halifax, south-west to Winton, and west to the border with the Northern Territory, encompassing Mount Isa and several small, isolated western towns and east to Palm Island. Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.
How to apply
If you have a relevant teaching qualification or you are currently working towards one, the TCE Recruitment Team are interested in hearing from you.
Upload a current resume
Upload a cover letter addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description
Complete the application form including your two nominated professional referees (name, position title and email address)
Please see the Position Description for more information or to explore outback Queensland, please click here.
Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications close 3.00pm Monday, 13 October 2026 unless filled prior.
Commencing Date: As soon as practicable
Tenure: Full Time, Fixed Term
Salary Range: $86,600-$124,725 per annum pending experience
Incentives: ITAS and IPRASS Allowances
Closing Date: Monday, 13 October 2026 unless filled prior
St Joseph's Catholic School, Cloncurry offers a high quality curriculum and schooling experience for students from Prep to year 9. The school prides itself on a friendly and supportive environment which has a unique sense of community where parents, staff and students’ value and respect each other.
Located just 120km east of Mount Isa, Cloncurry is a community that celebrates outback life. As a Townsville Catholic Education (TCE) teacher, you will be eligible for our Incentive Payments Remote Area Staff Scheme (IPRASS). Teaching in rural and remote locations is a rewarding experience that can take you places.
About the role
St Joseph's Catholic School, Cloncurry is seeking experienced and dedicated Primary/ Secondary Teacher - Prep to * Internal Relief. This role is a Full time, Fixed term position commencing or as soon as practicable until 5 December 2026.
To join this vibrant school community, you'll need
To have knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the school
To be able to work as a member of a committed team of professional teachers, dedicated to providing quality teaching and learning in partnership with the parent community
To have an understanding of contemporary pedagogy and the ability to differentiate, and provide for, a diverse range of abilities
To have the ability to collaborate and work positively as a part of a professional learning community
To have a willingness to change and develop instructional strategies to increase student growth and achievement
Mandatory Criteria/Professional Registration/Other
Appropriate Tertiary qualification with registration or eligibility for registration with Queensland College of Teachers
Current Driver’s Licence
Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
What we offer
Competitive Salary range
Benefits of working remotely
Vacation Travel Allowance
Living & Accommodation Allowance
Relocation Assistance
Wellbeing Allowance
IPRASS financial bonus for teachers who work in our more isolated schools
Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary
Modern facilities, equipment and resources
Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
Deferred Salary Scheme
Access to corporate health schemes
Induction processes, professional learning programs and Early Career Teacher Support
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Leadership development opportunities
Firm lifelong teacher networks
Wellbeing programs and initiatives
Our Organisation
Townsville Catholic Education supports a diverse region extending from Townsville to the Burdekin and Whitsunday regions in the south, and north to Ingham and Halifax, south-west to Winton, and west to the border with the Northern Territory, encompassing Mount Isa and several small, isolated western towns and east to Palm Island. Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.
How to apply
If you have a relevant teaching qualification or you are currently working towards one, the TCE Recruitment Team are interested in hearing from you.
Upload a current resume
Upload a cover letter addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description
Complete the application form including your two nominated professional referees (name, position title and email address)
Please see the Position Description for more information or to explore outback Queensland, please click here.
Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications close 3.00pm Monday, 13 October 2026 unless filled prior.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Primary/ Secondary Teacher - position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Cloncurry offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.
