Careers

About Us

As a growing independent school in regional North Queensland, our strengths lie in our traditional community ties, outstanding student support, small class sizes, authentic experiences and opportunities for students to succeed in a diverse learning environment. With over 400 students, including 150+ boarders, we place a high value on knowing our students and how they learn. Our Values are something to live by and our staff actively engage in them everyday, creating an open and inclusive environment that celebrates effort and achievement at every level. We pride ourselves on being humble, collaborative, dedicated, open-minded and flexible, and giving something your best go is encouraged and recognised at the College. 

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate individual to join us as a Co-Curricular Coordinator on an ongoing, full-time basis starting in Term 2, 2025. At Blackheath & Thornburgh College, we recognise the vital role that co-curricular programs play in providing a well-rounded education. Our co-curricular program offers students the chance to enhance their learning, social skills, self-awareness, wellbeing, and sense of community.

As the Co-Curricular Coordinator, you'll oversee both internal (House and other activities) and external (inter-school/representative) programs, guiding staff and students to deliver an engaging and inclusive co-curricular experience across sporting, community, cultural, creative and performing arts.

This role includes leadership time release and requires flexibility to work outside regular school hours to manage activities, performances, meetings, events, and functions. The position offers a generous salary, with potential relocation assistance and housing support due to our boarding school setting.

 Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's co-curricular programs, ensuring high levels of student engagement.
• Coordinate sports administration and co-curricular activities across Junior and Secondary levels.
• Foster collaboration among staff to boost student participation in various programs.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues to promote a positive and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrate leadership in managing teams, inspiring staff and students to excel in co-curricular activities. 

Position Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Registration with Queensland College of Teachers, if a teacher.
• First aid certificate.

Blackheath & Thornburgh College is seeking applications from passionate and enthusiastic educators looking to join our Kindy team. In collaboration with the Educational Leader/Director, the Kindy Teacher is responsible for the development, implementation and reflection of the educational program to provide a high-quality program for all children and families. This role is a full time (term time), temporary non-ongoing position commencing on 19 May 2025 and finishing on 5 December 2025. Other ongoing opportunities may be available at completion of contract.

The role of the Kindy Teacher:

• Provide leadership and support to educators and staff within the team, in line with relevant regulations, policies and procedures, build and maintain positive relationships with children, families, educators, staff, and management to deliver best outcomes for families and children.
• Successful applicant must have a degree in Early Childhood from a recognised University and current QLD Teachers registration
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines and/or My Time Our Place Framework, Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)

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Blackheath & Thornburgh College is seeking applications from passionate and enthusiastic educators looking to join our Kindy team. The role is term time (38 weeks per year, 30 hours per week) and is an ongoing permanent position. The role will commence Tuesday 22 April 2025 (Term 2).

The role of the Kindy Educator:

• The Kindy educator will support the teaching, learning and development of our Kindy students.
• They will work with the teacher, developing and obtaining resources, supervising students and participating in teaching activities under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Successful applicant must have Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent)

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