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FAQs

What are the requirements to apply for employment as a teacher with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton?

You must be registered or eligible for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers. For more information go to www.qct.edu.au

Do I have to register for teaching in Queensland if I have registration in another Australian state or territory or in another country?

If you intend to teach in Queensland it is a requirement of employment that you must be a registered teacher with the Queensland College of Teachers.

How do I register as a relief teacher for Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton?

To register as a relief teacher for Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton you need to complete an application form available from our website and submit this along with all of the required documents listed on the application form. An interview will then be arranged. Once appointed as a relief teacher your details will be made available to all schools and colleges in your chosen region.

As a teacher, do I need to have particular qualifications to teach Religion in a Catholic school?

In order to teach Religion in a Catholic school or college, permanent teachers need to be accredited to teach Religion. To gain this accreditation teachers are required to complete the equivalent of four semester units of study in areas of theology, spirituality, Catholic Education or Religion. Teachers are usually given provisional accreditation to teach Religion provided they undertake an assurance to gain full accreditation within four years of being appointed.

I have not attended Student Protection Training in Queensland, may I still apply?

It is a requirement that all staff undertake Student Protection Training. You are still able to apply but will have to undertake this training before you can commence work. Training can be organised through the Diocesan Catholic Education Office.

Are there incentives when teaching in remote areas?

Yes, we offer incentives such as remote area payments, reduced rental and assistance with relocation costs. A number of other incentives are also available to employees teaching in remote areas.

As a non-teacher in a school, are there any requirements that I need to fulfil prior to commencing employment?

Yes, all paid employees who are not teachers need to be a holder of, or have applied for a Working With Children Check (Blue Card). For more information go to www.bluecard.qld.gov.au

Do I have to be a Catholic to teach in a Catholic school?

People who are not Catholics but who would feel at home in a Catholic school environment and who would support the school’s ethos by word and deed are welcome to apply for positions. Importantly, all staff members, Catholic or not, are required to sign an acceptance of our “Statement of Principles for Employment in Catholic Schools” and “Contractual Principles”.

Where do I submit my application if applying for a position in a primary or a secondary school?

Primary applications are to be forwarded to the Diocesan Catholic Education Office in Rockhampton. Secondary applications are made directly to the college of your choice.

Who can I contact for further information in relation to employment opportunities with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton?