• Graduates encouraged to apply
• Commencing April 2025
• Legal Studies + Other Subject
• Full-time | Fixed Term (Term 2, 2025)
• $84,078 - $121,093 per annum + Super (commensurate with experience)

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Legal Studies Teacher for a Term 2 contract. The successful candidate will also be able to teach in other subject areas based on their expertise and the needs of the college.

Why BCE?

Brisbane Catholic Education is the second largest non-Government employer in Queensland and the largest diocese in Queensland! Benefits & Rewards

Stronger connections today | Inspired people tomorrow

About the role - As a dynamic and innovative member of our school community, you will:

• Create a nurturing and ordered learning environment which is learner-centred, safe, supportive, co-operative and aligned with relevant curriculum, policies and practices
• Collaborate with your peers to develop and implement quality curriculum programs and appropriate pedagogy
• Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning
• Deliver engaging and curriculum-aligned lessons in Legal Studies and additional subject areas
• Use contemporary teaching strategies to enhance student understanding and engagement
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the school community
• Participate in relevant school activities, professional learning, and staff meetings
• Work with the school leadership team and colleagues to contribute to the professional life of the school
• Proactively engage with professional learning to enhance student learning outcomes
• Ensure that the teachings and values of the Catholic Church form a foundation for learning and teaching.

About you - To be successful in this role you will bring relevant qualifications and contemporary teaching experience in Legal Studies + Other Subject as well as:

• Strong literacy, numeracy and digital literacy practices plus a clear understanding of the Australian Curriculum
• Commitment to child safety
• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven organisational skills
• Relevant teaching qualifications and current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)
• Demonstrated experience or capability to teach Legal Studies in a secondary school setting
• Willingness and ability to teach in other subject areas as required
• Strong organisational, communication, and classroom management skills
• Commitment to the ethos, values, and mission of Brisbane Catholic Education
• Commitment to engage with colleagues, students, and parents/carers to achieve the best outcomes
• Demonstrated competence against the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers across professional knowledge, practice and engagement.

At BCE our teachers are required to:

• Hold a current Queensland College of Teachers registration; and
• Be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
• Have a commitment to Safeguarding

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience teaching Humanities, Business, or other complementary subjects
• Understanding of senior secondary curriculum requirements and assessment practices
• Ability to integrate technology and innovative teaching practices into the classroom

About our school:

Unity College is a P-12 Ecumenical College, in the Catholic and Uniting Church traditions, based in Caloundra. As part of Brisbane Catholic Education, our co-educational College aims to be a welcoming and supportive community of people who respect ourselves, each other and the environment. Our school seeks to provide a holistic education, striving for excellence through the teaching and demonstration of the Christian message. We are a school which provides a student-focussed education in a safe environment and which creates equal opportunity for all to develop their full potential. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

FAQ: Do I have to be Catholic?
If this role does not require you to teach Religious Education, you do not need to be Catholic.
We support all teachers with Accreditation to Teach pathways after you start with us.

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Closing Date: 28-Feb-2025

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Should you require specific adjustments to the recruitment process to participate equitably, we encourage you to contact us at the time of application.