Employment

Our teachers and support staff are exceptional individuals who empower our students whilst providing a safe and positive environment for their development.

St Laurence's College is a leading boys’ school in Brisbane, providing education to boys in Years 5 to 12 in the tradition of Edmund Rice. 

We currently employ over 200 staff in various roles across academic, corporate and operational support areas. 

We welcome applications from forward-thinking, dynamic individuals who excel in a contemporary environment.  

We are as committed to our values as we are to innovation. With a rigorous curriculum and high standards, employees must uphold the values of the school in every life context and be exemplary team players.

Working at St Laurence's College

It is expected that applicants will have a genuine commitment to our school ethos and to ongoing professional development. All staff participate in the Co-Curricular life of the College. Professional corporate dress is expected.

All our staff come under the Catholic Employing Authorities Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Religious Institute Schools of Queensland 2019-2023.

We hold the safety and wellbeing of our students and staff as our number one priority. All staff are required to complete the mandatory Child Protection online training prior to commencing in a role at the College. 

All Staff are required to comply with the EREA Principles of Employment, the Charter for Catholic Schools in the Edmund Rice Tradition and the College’s Vision and Mission Statement. Staff are also required to comply with the EREA Code of Conduct, the College’s Student Protection Policy and Processes and other policies that relate to your employment.  

Positions vacant are published on this website, in the Courier Mail and on some job search websites. Should you wish to apply for a position or express an interest in a role at our College, please click on the box under 'Current Vacancies' to complete the application online.

The normal hours of operation of the College is 7.45am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.

All enquiries regarding employment at St Laurence's College can be addressed to employment@slc.qld.edu.au or by calling 07 3010 1165 or 07 3010 2800.

Eligibility to Work
Only applicants eligible to work in Australia will be considered. 

Child Safety Statement
St Laurence’s College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students enrolled at the College. All candidates will have a current Queensland Teacher Registration or a current Blue Card or be eligible to apply for one with the Commission. As deemed appropriate by the College, candidates may be subject to referee checks, identification verification and the requirement to disclose any information relevant to the candidates’ eligibility to engage in activities involving young people.

Privacy Policy
We invite you to read our EREA Privacy Policy and Guidelines and our College Collection Notice in regards to employment.

Employee Benefits

Employees also have access to an extensive array of professional benefits:

  • 5km from the CBD
  • A short walking distance to trains and buses
  • Adjacent to Southbank and West End
  • Salary package options
  • Access to a laptop/computer
  • 11% Superannuation
  • On-site car parking, where available
  • Access to internal and external professional development
  • Further learning opportunities throughout your career
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides a range of personal and family benefits
  • 14 weeks paid maternity leave
  • 10 days paid paternity leave
  • Staff Social Club
  • Travel opportunities through our Student Tours and Immersions
  • Access to the College’s facilities
  • Access to the Tuckshop (Laurie’s Canteen)
  • Involvement in co-curricular activities
  • Faith Formation

VACANT POSITIONS

Applications are invited for the following positions:

Position Description - Secondary Teacher - Maths & Science, contract, full-time, For the period 8 July - 13 September 2024.

Position Description - Secondary Teacher - Maths & Science, contract, full-time, Semester 2 (8 July - 6 December 2024).

Closing date: Monday 10 June 2024 @ 9.00am

Position Description - Administration Assistant - Pastoral Precinct, permanent, term-time, to commence 8 July 2024.

Position Description - Secondary Teacher - Media (with a preference for senior FTV & New Media and ability to teach Art), permanent, full-time, to commence 8 July 2024.

Position Description - Secondary Teacher - English (with an ability to teach Humanities preferred - but not essential), permanent, full-time, to commence 8 July 2024.

Closing date: Monday 3 June 2024 @ 9.00am

The Position Description can be accessed by clicking on the name of the vacant position above.

The electronic Application Form can be accessed by clicking on the yellow button below "Complete Application for Employment".

All candidates must ensure they address each of the Selection Criteria in the Position Description above.

Applications can also be forwarded via email to:

Mr Ben Lowrie
Principal
St Laurence's College 

Email:  employment@slc.qld.edu.au               

Enquiries may be directed to: 

Ms Lorraine Kopp
Director of Human Resources
Ph: 07 3010 1165 
Email: lkopp@slc.qld.edu.au 

St Laurence's College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. 

St Laurence's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.