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40 years strong, Freshwater Christian College is a leading private independent Christian College educating learners from Kindergarten to Year 12. 

Our 40-acre campus is located in Brinsmead, Cairns and we enjoy a beautiful tropical environment.

The College is dedicated to seeing all students flourish and reach their full God-given potential. Our Curriculum and accompanying programs are designed to address the holistic needs of all students. 

Freshwater Christian College is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all children and young people. All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Protection Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy and Procedures.

We invite you to submit an application to become part of the Freshwater community. 

Current Vacancies

Head of Faculty: Science (Senior Chemistry and/or Biology) Teacher

Freshwater Christian College is seeking a full-time Head of Faculty: Science (Senior Chemistry and/or Biology) Teacher for an immediate start. 

Job Description

Skills and experience

The successful candidate will bring a strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and pedagogical practice in the Secondary Sciences area. 

The successful candidate will also be fully aligned with the Christian values and beliefs of Freshwater Christian College, and seek a role providing opportunities to utilise their talents and skills to make a difference in the lives of our students and the wider College community. 

Selection Criteria

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold relevant teaching qualifications and experience;  
  • Have experience or the ability to teach Chemistry and/or Biology at a Queensland Senior Secondary school level;
  • Hold Queensland College of Teachers Registration;
  • Be able to demonstrate leadership in a school environment; 
  • Be able to sign and abide by the College’s Statement of Faith;
  • Be able to abide by the Staff Code of Conduct at all times;
  • Have the ability to work with all members of the College community (teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, students, and visitors) both individually and as a member of a department team;
  • Be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College, and be seeking a role where they are able to utilise their talents and skills to make a difference in the lives of our students and the College community;
  • Be legally permitted to work in Australia (sponsorship is not available). 

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The College reserves the right to remove the job advertisement as soon as a suitable applicant is found.

Secondary Teacher (English, including Qld Senior English)

Freshwater Christian College is seeking a Secondary English Teacher for an immediate start. 

Selection Criteria

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold relevant teaching qualifications;
  • Hold Queensland College of Teachers Registration;
  • Have experience teaching Senior English in Queensland; 
  • Be able to sign and abide by the College’s Statement of Faith;
  • Be able to abide by the Staff Code of Conduct at all times;
  • Have the ability to work with all members of the College community (teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, students, and visitors) both individually and as a member of a department team;
  • Be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College, and be seeking a role where they are able to utilise their talents and skills to make a difference in the lives of our students and the College community;
  • Be legally permitted to work in Australia (sponsorship is not available).

Don’t delay, apply now by clicking here

The College reserves the right to remove the job advertisement as soon as a suitable applicant is found.

Job Description

Cafe Assistant

Are you passionate about food? If yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you! 

We have an opening in the College Cafe for an Assistant. This position is during school hours 3 days per week (Mondays to Wednesdays) during school terms and staff professional development weeks.

Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

    1. Receive orders and process payments; 
    2. Observe a high standard of food, equipment, and personal hygiene; 
    3. Cooking and preparation of food;

For further information, please see the Job Description

Selection Criteria

The ideal candidate will:

  1. Hold or be able to obtain a Queensland positive notice (Working with Children Check) Blue Card;
  2. Be able to sign and abide by the College’s Statement of Faith at all times;
  3. Be able to abide by the Staff Code of Conduct at all times;
  4. Hold or be able to obtain a current food safety/handling certificate;
  5. Have the ability to work with all members of the College community (teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, students, and visitors) both individually and as a member of a team;
  6. Be legally permitted to work in Australia.

Application Process

Don’t delay, apply now!

Applications close at 8 am on 19 February 2024. 

The College reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement earlier than the due date should a suitable applicant be found.

 

Primary Teacher (short-term and long-term positions available)

Join our dynamic teaching team! Primary Teacher positions are available; both short-term (Term 2) and long-term. 

If you are an educator with a genuine love for teaching, excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the next generation of leaders and lifelong learners. Your journey towards making a difference in the lives of children starts here!

Selection Criteria

The ideal candidate will:

  • hold relevant teaching qualifications;
  • hold, or be able to obtain Queensland College of Teachers Registration;
  • be able to sign and abide by the College’s Statement of Faith;
  • be able to abide by the Staff Code of Conduct at all times;
  • have the ability to work with all members of the College community (teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, students, and visitors) both individually and as a member of a department team;
  • be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College, and be seeking a role where they are able to utilise their talents and skills to make a difference in the lives of our students and the College community;
  • be legally permitted to work in Australia.

Application Process

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Applications close at 8 am on 26 February 2024. 

The College reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement earlier than the due date should a suitable applicant be found.

Job Description

 

Expression of Interest in Teaching Positions

We invite expressions of interest from Primary and Secondary teachers and ask that you submit an application form for a teaching position for the 2024 academic year.

Selection Criteria

Successful candidates will be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College, and seek a role where they can utilise their talents and skills to make a positive difference in the lives of our students and the College community. 

They will also:  

  • possess relevant teaching qualifications and current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT);
  • be able to sign and abide by the College’s Statement of Faith;
  • be able to abide by the Codes of Conduct at all times;
  • have the ability to work with all members of the College community (teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, students, and visitors) both individually and as a member of a department team;
  • be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College; and
  • be legally permitted to work in Australia as a registered QCT Teacher. 

Application Process 

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Casual Relief Teachers

40 years strong, Freshwater Christian College is seeking talented teachers to join our team and be part of our community on a casual relief basis. 

Selection Criteria

Successful candidates will be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College, and seek a role where they can utilise their talents and skills to make a positive difference in the lives of our students and the College community. 

They will also:  

  • possess relevant teaching qualifications and current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT);
  • be able to sign and abide by the College’s Statement of Faith;
  • be able to abide by the Codes of Conduct at all times;
  • have the ability to work with all members of the College community (teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, students, and visitors) both individually and as a member of a department team;
  • be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College; and
  • be legally permitted to work in Australia as a registered QCT Teacher. 

Application Process 

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Job Description

 

 

Casual Kindergarten Educators

40 years strong, Freshwater Christian College is seeking educators to join our team and be part of our community on a casual relief basis. 

Selection Criteria

Successful candidates will be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College, and seek a role where they can utilise their talents and skills to make a positive difference in the lives of our students and the College community. 

They will also:  

  • hold a positive notice (Working with Children Check) Queensland Blue Card;
  • be able to sign and abide by the College’s Statement of Faith;
  • be able to abide by the Codes of Conduct at all times;
  • have the ability to work with all members of the College community (teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, students, and visitors) both individually and as a member of a department team;
  • be fully aligned with the values, virtues, and Christian beliefs of Freshwater Christian College; and
  • be legally permitted to work in Australia. 

Application Process 

To apply now, click here

Job Description

 

 

Freshwater Christian College is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all children and young people.  All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Protection Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy.

Child Protection Code of Conduct

Child Protection Policy

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