How to Apply

Your Journey to Becoming a Graduate Teacher with Townsville Catholic Education
Starting your teaching career is a big step, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Our Graduate Teacher recruitment process is designed to be clear, supportive and focused on finding the right fit for both you and our school communities.

1. Apply Online
Submit your online application including details about your studies, teaching areas and location preferences, along with your academic transcript and evidence of work rights.

2. Application Review
Our Talent Team will review applications to ensure candidates meet the eligibility requirements for teaching in Queensland. If you’re shortlisted, we’ll be in touch to invite you to the next stage of the process.

3. Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview with members of our Education and People & Safety teams. This is your opportunity to share your passion for teaching and learn more about working within Townsville Catholic Education.

4. Receive Your Graduate Teacher Offer
Successful candidates will receive an employment offer and Graduate Teacher contract. Initial contracts are issued before school placements are confirmed, allowing us to thoughtfully match graduates to schools where they will thrive.

5. School Placement & Getting Ready to Start
Once placements are finalised, you’ll be notified of your school location. Our team will then support you with onboarding, relocation assistance where applicable, and preparation for your first year in the classroom.

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 2026, or early 2027!

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 29 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, 2026 or 2027.

When will my application be processed?

Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted following the ad closing date. You will then be contacted to notify you of the next steps with your application.

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