Food and Textiles Teacher

St Paul's School

Bald Hills, Brisbane QLD

Teaching to Secondary (Education and Training)

Contract/Temp

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About Our School: St Paul's School is located in the outer northern Brisbane suburb of Bald Hills. It is an Anglican co-educational school from Pre-Prep to Year 12 with an International School.

At St Paul’s School we are committed to creating environments for children and young people to thrive. Our purpose is to prepare resilient global citizens who are innovative thinkers with a heart for servant leadership.

About This Opportunity: We are seeking a creative and passionate Teacher of Food and Textiles Technologies to join our secondary school program.

As a full-time Teacher, you will work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a vibrant and practical curriculum that inspires students to develop confidence and capability in food, textiles, and hospitality contexts. You will have strong knowledge of content and pedagogy across Food and Textiles Technologies, as well as the ability to deliver curriculum in both general and vocational pathways (including VET Hospitality qualifications). You will use engaging and inclusive teaching strategies that cater to diverse learners and be committed to embedding safe, sustainable, and industry-standard practices in your teaching.

In addition to classroom responsibilities, this role supports the School’s pastoral framework by nurturing respectful relationships, modelling the School’s Christian values, and demonstrating a genuine care for students’ wellbeing.

Key responsibilities include: Reporting to the relevant Curriculum Leader, you will: Plan, implement, and review learning programs aligned with relevant syllabus and curriculum requirements (e.g. ACARA and QCAA), ensuring coherence, rigour, and appropriate sequencing of learning; Create a learner-centred classroom environment that is safe, inclusive, supportive, and respectful. Use differentiated and contemporary teaching practices to meet the needs of diverse learners. Maintain effective classroom management practices consistent with the School’s Behaviour Management Policy. Experience teaching Food and Textiles Technologies and/or Hospitality in a Secondary School in Australia.

Demonstrated competence against the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers across professional knowledge, practice, and engagement. Strong understanding of the Australian Curriculum (Technologies to Design and Technologies, Food Specializations, and Materials and Technologies specializations) and VET frameworks. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Commitment to engaging positively with colleagues, students, parents, and carers to achieve the best outcomes for students. Ability to foster creativity, practical skill development, and safe work practices in food, textiles, and hospitality learning environments.

Demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith and the Anglican ethos of the School.

Apply Now To Join Our Wonderful Team: Complete the online application process. Please attach your resume and a 1-page cover letter. Applications will be assessed daily, and the advert will close when suitable candidates have been identified.

Important Information:

St Paul's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care. As such, it is a condition of employment that all team members must: Agree to undergo a Criminal History/Police Check conducted by the School; Agree to be checked against the Anglican Church’s National Professional Standards Register; Be an Australian resident and eligible to work in Australia.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

For More Information to contact our Manager of Operations on ph.: 0732611388 or hr@stpauls.qld.edu.au