Mater Dei Primary School | Toowoomba | P-6

Primary Teacher

Fixed term | Commencing 19 January 2026 to 17 January 2027

Full time | 30 hours per week

$86,599- $147,048 per annum plus super

Applications close Thursday, 30 October 2025

Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) is a highly regarded, progressive system of 32 schools located in Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and South-West Queensland. With a vision of enabling full and flourishing lives, our focus is on progress through innovation. With the highest rate of enrolment growth in Queensland Catholic schools and enviable student achievement in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits– we have much to offer families, students and staff alike.

The Opportunity

Step into a rewarding teaching opportunity at Mater Dei Primary School, where you’ll guide a vibrant class in a nurturing, inclusive, and future-focused environment. As part of a passionate and experienced team, you’ll create engaging learning experiences, support students’ spiritual and personal growth, and use innovative technology to expand their understanding of the world. This full-time, fixed-term role offers the chance to make a purposeful impact in a flourishing school community that values compassion, excellence, and connection.

Further details can be obtained from the Role Description.

About You

Passionate about teaching primary age school students

Prior experience teaching in early years will be highly regarded

Hold or be eligible to hold, registration as a teacher in Queensland

As a faith-based organisation, we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, is valued, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and beliefs that enrich the Catholic identity of our workplaces.

About the school

Mater Dei Primary School is a Catholic co-educational school delivering high quality faith-based education in the tradition of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan. Their learning community is an inclusive and dynamic environment that strives to ‘illuminate possibilities for all learners’. With high expectations of students, teachers and families – all are empowered to participate and be all they can be.

The community you will be joining

Toowoomba is located 90 minutes’ drive west of Brisbane and boasts being Queensland’s largest inland city. Toowoomba has a great community and vibrant culture. This is coupled with a great family vibe where high quality education options are many, from Kindergarten to University; and a wide range of recreational pursuits provide something for everyone.

As one of the fastest growing regions in Queensland, Toowoomba has a range of new and emerging infrastructure, housing and public space developments. Boasting an international airport, three hospitals, retail development and destination dining precincts, it is quickly gaining a reputation to surpass its bigger city counterparts.

How to apply

Please address your application to Michael Ball, Principal, Mater Dei Primary School, Toowoomba. Click ‘apply’ to submit and include:

a written response, of no more than two pages, highlighting your demonstrated experience and relevant skills as they relate to the Role Description

your resume.

If you require further information about this role, please contact the Principal, Michael Ball by emailing [email protected]

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

For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website.

Employment will be in accordance with the Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland 2023-2026.