Promotional Teaching Position | Commencing 2027
Are you passionate about helping young people explore possibilities, make informed decisions, and confidently navigate their future pathways?
The Cathedral School is seeking an exceptional teacher to join our Senior School as Tertiary and Careers Information Coordinator. This is a key leadership position responsible for delivering high-quality careers and tertiary information programs, guiding students through post-school opportunities, and helping shape purposeful futures for our students.
About The Cathedral School
The Cathedral School is a leading Anglican co-educational day and boarding school in Townsville, educating approximately 1,200 students from Early Childhood to Year 12. Guided by our mission of Inquisitive Minds. Kind Hearts. Purposeful Futures., we are committed to nurturing students who are confident, compassionate, and well-prepared for life beyond school.
About the Role
Working closely with senior leaders and the Careers and Pathways Advisor, the Tertiary and Careers Information Coordinator will provide strategic leadership of the School's careers and tertiary information program. The role focuses on supporting students across Years 9-12 by providing expert guidance on tertiary pathways, admissions processes, scholarships, careers education, and post-school opportunities. A teaching load is associated with this position.
Key responsibilities include:
- Guiding Year 12 students through QTAC applications, scholarship opportunities, and tertiary admissions processes.
- Coordinating the School's annual Careers Expo, guest speaker program, careers information evenings, and tertiary institution visits.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with universities, TAFE providers, industry partners, and professional networks.
- Delivering engaging careers education programs and resources that support informed pathway decisions.
- Providing individual support to students exploring university, vocational, interstate, and international study options.
About You
The successful applicant will demonstrate:
- Queensland College of Teachers registration.
- Experience or qualifications in careers education, counselling, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of QTAC, university admissions, scholarship programs, and post-school pathways.
- Outstanding communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.
- Proven organisational and event management capabilities.
- A commitment to supporting young people as they plan for their future success.
Why Join The Cathedral School?
At The Cathedral School, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive community that values excellence, innovation, wellbeing, and professional growth. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is passionate about career development and helping students discover pathways aligned with their strengths, aspirations, and goals.
Child Safety Commitment
The Cathedral School is committed to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people. All employees are expected to actively contribute to and support a child-safe culture and will be required to satisfy the School's child protection and screening requirements. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification, and will be required disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.
Applications
Applications should include:
- A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- Contact details for a minimum of two professional referees.
For further information, please visit www.cathedral.qld.edu.au or contact the Human Resources Office.
Applications close: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the School reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.
Commencement: January 2027
Join us in shaping futures through purpose, passion and character.
