Relief Teacher - 2026

Relief Teacher Employment Type: Casual

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience - Graduate $69.15 to Proficient 8 $99.59 gross per hour + 12.75% Super

Working for Catholic Education- Diocese of Cairns Catholic Education is one of the largest non-government employers in the Far North. Employment in Catholic schools in the Cairns Diocese offers a variety of teaching jobs, non-teaching jobs and leadership positions. Professional, administrative and leadership positions also exist with the Diocese’s education office, Catholic Education Services (CES).

About The Role The main responsibility of a Relief Teacher is to deliver the curriculum material provided for the class, and to provide a duty of care to students in the absence of the regular teacher. This is fulfilled in a manner which is consistent with the mission, vision, values and expectations of the School. Teachers are accountable to and under the direction of the school Principal or delegate.

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be register with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
• Promote child safety at all times
• Capacity to understand and implement Duty of Care and Workplace Health and Safety requirements

What we offer

• Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Relief Teacher PosD.pdf

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.