How to Apply

Are you ready to begin a meaningful career in education with Townsville Catholic Education? Our Graduate Program offers a supportive and straightforward pathway into teaching, connecting you with schools across North Queensland where you can make a real difference from day one.

Here’s how the application process works:

1. Submit Your Online Application

Start your journey by completing a simple online application. You’ll be asked to share your qualifications, teaching areas, and location preferences. This is your chance to introduce yourself and let us know where you’d love to teach. Applications are now open!

2. Your Application is Shared with Principals

Before your application is shared with school principals, it goes through a brief screening process to confirm eligibility. This includes reviewing your qualifications, verifying your working rights, checking you’ve passed the LANTITE, and ensuring you're eligible for QCT registration.

You’ll also be asked to nominate two professional referees. These referees will be contacted to provide feedback on your teaching ability and professional conduct. Once eligibility and references are confirmed, your application and preferences are shared with principals across our school network.

3. Interview Opportunities with Schools

If a principal feels you could be a great fit for their school, they’ll reach out and invite you to an interview. This is an opportunity for you to learn more about the school and for them to learn more about you - your teaching style, your goals, and your passion for education.

4. Receive a Job Offer

If you're the right match, you'll be offered a teaching position within a Townsville Catholic Education school. Our goal is to place you in a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and thrive as an educator.

NB: We note final Academic transcripts and Practicum reports may not be available at the time of application. You may be asked to provide these at a later date.

Whether you're looking to teach in a vibrant regional centre or a welcoming rural community, our Graduate Program is designed to help you find your place in Catholic education.

For more information, please contact the Talent Acquisition team (07) 4773 0900 or recruitment@tsv.catholic.edu.au.

Start your teaching journey with us today.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I know if I'm eligible?

To apply for the Graduate Program, you must:

Have valid Australian working rights
Be completing a preservice (Primary or Secondary) teaching degree in 2025
Have passed the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE) – evidence required
Be eligible for Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.

How many referees do I need?

You’ll be asked to nominate two professional referees as part of your application:

Referee 1 – Your direct supervisor from your most recent teaching practicum (include full name, position title, and email address).
Referee 2 – Your current manager or principal. If not currently employed, please provide your most recent employer’s details in line with the above (include name, position title, school/employer, and email address).

Referee information is used solely to support your application and assess your readiness for a teaching role.

When do I need to have completed my degree?

Your undergraduate degree must be completed by mid or end of year 2025, or early 2026!

How many graduates do you take on each year?

We do things a bit differently, rather than have fixed intakes, we recruit roles year-round, for as many positions as needed.

Where are the positions located?

Graduate teaching opportunities are available across our 30 schools within the Townsville Diocese which extends west to Outback Queensland, south to the Whitsundays and north to Hinchinbrook.

Do you have a choice in where you will be placed?

Yes! You have the opportunity to nominate your location preferences when you submit your online application.

I am still waiting for my Qualification Certificate. Can I still apply?

Yes, you can still apply. However, you must obtain successful completion of your undergraduate degree prior to commencing employment with us in Semester 2, 2025 or 2026.

When will my application be processed?

Applications will be processed as they are received. Candidates should expect to receive communication from the TCE Recruitment Team within a week of TCE receiving your application.

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