ABOUT US

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is widely recognised as one of Queensland's leading schools, providing an exceptional learning environment for students, and a dynamic and collegial environment for teachers. Coupled with outstanding facilities and a beautiful natural environment, Flinders is a truly remarkable place to work.

Extra benefits of working at Matthew Flinders

Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay ($15,900 pa)

Up to 12.75% employer contribution to Superannuation

Onsite Car Parking and Gymnasium available to staff

Personal Wellbeing Initiatives (Free Flu Shots and Skin Checks)

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Plans

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and inspired Primary Teacher to join our award winning Primary School team on a Permanent, Full-time basis commencing in 2026.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong understanding and practical application of the Flinders Teaching and Learning Framework, with particular emphasis on Self-Determination Theory and evidence-informed practices drawn from the Science of Learning theories.

To be considered for this role, you must be able to demonstrate the following experience, skills and attributes:

Plan, prepare and deliver effective, responsive teaching and learning programs using extensive subject domain knowledge, academic data, and instructional and assessment practices that are responsive to students, informed by the principles of cognitive science, enhance deep application of learning and which are supported by the skilful selection and use of pedagogical approaches and resources .

Create a culture of learning through high expectation, low variance routines, organisation, support, respect and rapport where student behaviour is monitored and responded to appropriately, and classroom procedures and physical design, along with positive relationships, support high levels of student attention and achievement.

Embed school wide and evidenced data-informed assessment and pedagogical instructional approaches which are engaging, flexible, responsive and lead to student mastery of surface, deep and deeper learning.

Enact the highest standard of professionalism through; treating all individuals with respect and dignity at all times; embracing the College vision and values through professional reflection and a proactive approach and involvement with professional learning and the broader co-curricular life of the College; respectful and timely communication; accurate record keeping; and the ability and desire to work collaboratively and collegially to achieve stated goals and ongoing improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Current Teacher Registration with the QLD College of Teachers, or ability to achieve registration

Demonstrated experience and success as a Primary Teacher.

Technology skills and the ability to incorporate technology in an authentic manner to support learning and achievement into lesson plans.

Knowledge of and the ability to implement evidence- informed teaching practices based on a deep understanding of cognitive science

Demonstrate exemplary classroom teaching techniques and practices.

Ability to engage responsive teaching to ensure student understanding, progress and achievementadapt teaching to Ability to work with a diverse group of students.

Excellent time management skills.

Excellent behaviour management skills.

Ability to track and report student progress throughout the year.

Advanced interpersonal, communication and listening skills.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit the following documentation to Mrs Trudi Edwards, Head of Primary via SEEK:

Resume

One page response to the following question:

Outline how the principles of 'The Science of Learning' influence your pedagogy and how you ensure your students develop deep knowledge and understanding in order to apply learning to complex and challenging tasks. (Please provide examples).

A copy of the full Position Description can be downloaded from www.mfac.edu.au/careers

Applications close at 4.00pm on Friday 29 August 2025.

Safeguarding our Students

Matthew Flinders Anglican College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to ensure the safety, welfare and wellbeing of Students. Matthew Flinders Anglican college is therefore committed to responding to allegations of student harm resulting from the conduct or actions of any person including that of employees.

To ensure the safeguarding of our students, all employees must have a current Employee Working with Children Check (Qld Blue Card or Qld Teacher Registration) before commencing work. In addition, included throughout the recruitment process are checks of suitability for employment with children.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer. We recognise that teams who reflect a diversity of lived experience, identity, perspective, and background help us to create a healthy and inclusive working culture where our staff, students and community can thrive.