Ready for your next teaching opportunity? Join Cathedral's supportive secondary team and inspire Years 7–12 students through English and Humanities.
Full-time | 12-month fixed-term contract
Inspire curiosity. Encourage thoughtful voices. Help young people make sense of their world.
Are you an engaging English or Humanities teacher looking for a school where you can bring ideas to life, build meaningful relationships with students and be part of a genuinely supportive teaching community?
The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James is seeking an enthusiastic English & Humanities Teacher for a full-time, 12 month fixed-term contract to join our secondary teaching team. This is an opportunity for an experienced teacher or an early career educator to inspire students across Years 7–12 and contribute to a learning environment that values curiosity, critical thinking, creativity and academic growth.
Why join Cathedral?
At Cathedral, our teachers are an important part of a welcoming and collaborative professional community. We want our staff to feel supported to do what they do best: teach, inspire and make a difference.
You will enjoy:
A supportive and collegial teaching workplace
Engaged students and a strong focus on learning and wellbeing
Opportunities for ongoing professional learning and development
Modern teaching facilities and resources
The opportunity to contribute to the broader life of a vibrant independent school
A beautiful tropical campus in Townsville, set amongst rain trees and a natural lagoon
Competitive remuneration ranging from $92,293 for a first-year teacher to $130,996 for teachers with 8+ years' experience

About the role
As an English & Humanities Teacher, you will create engaging learning experiences that encourage students to question, analyse, communicate and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
You will:
Plan and deliver engaging English and Humanities programs aligned with curriculum requirements




Use contemporary and evidence-informed teaching practices to support students with diverse learning needs
Foster a positive, inclusive and respectful classroom environment
Encourage critical thinking, creativity, communication and independent learning
Assess student learning and provide meaningful feedback that supports continued growth
Work collaboratively with colleagues and families to support student learning and wellbeing
Contribute positively to the professional and wider life of the School.

What will help you succeed
We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys teaching and connecting with young people.
Ideally, you will bring:
Relevant tertiary teaching qualifications
Current registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Queensland College of Teachers
The ability to teach English and/or Humanities across Years 7–12
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Effective and positive classroom management practices
A commitment to supporting students to achieve their individual potential
A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the wider School community.

Early career teachers and experienced educators are warmly encouraged to apply.

Discover life at Cathedral
The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James is Townsville's only Independent Anglican School for boys and girls from Early Childhood to Year 12, with boarding available for Years 7–12.
Set within beautiful tropical grounds in Mundingburra, our campus provides an inspiring environment in which to teach and learn. At Cathedral,



we educate for life-long success. This means looking beyond academic results alone and developing the whole person by nurturing the mind, body and spirit. Our teachers play an important role in helping our students become confident, capable and compassionate young people who are ready for life beyond school.
If you are looking for an opportunity to inspire young people, grow professionally and become part of a thriving school community, we would love to hear from you.
Further information about the School and the application process is available through our Employment pagehttps://cathedral.qld.edu.au/about/employment/

Applying for the Position
Applicants wishing to apply for the position are required to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their experience providing 3 work references to which the school can contact. We will assess applications as they arrive, so please apply today!
All staff at Cathedral are expected to support the philosophies of the school, must either hold or be able to obtain a Blue Card and/or be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification, and will be required to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.
English & Humanities Teacher position description
The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James is Townsville's only Independent Anglican School for boys and girls from Early Childhood to Year 12 and boarding students from Year 7 to 12. The School is set adjacent to a lagoon and lush tropical rain trees creating a wonderful canvas to inspire learning and creativity. We 'educate for lifelong success' and know this requires a well-rounded education and a focus on developing the 'whole person' by nurturing the body and spirit as well as the mind.

📌 English & Humanities Teacher (Townsville)
🏢 The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James
📍 Townsville