Magnify your worth as a member of our inclusive College Community, developing people of character, who embody Uniting Church values in the community.
- A community of Belonging - We value Community and Justice.
- A community of Believing - We value Faith and Love.
- A community that is Becoming - We value Hope and Courage.
Expressions of Interest:
Relief Teacher and/or Relief Learning Assistant
The Lakes College welcomes expressions of interest for relief teaching and teacher aide work across our Primary and Secondary schools at any time during the year.
To be considered, please email the following information to employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au
- Cover letter confirming availability and any College connections you have (prior or existing)
- Current resume detailing your work experience as specific to the role
- Contact details for three (3) referees (preferably former direct supervisors)
- Proof of Queensland Teacher Registration (Teacher candidates only)
- Paid Working with Children Check Blue Card (Learning Assistant Candidates only)
- Proof of current vaccination status (the College is considered as a high-risk setting)
- Copies of your formal qualifications as specific to the role you have applied for
Position Descriptions:
All enquiries should be directed to employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au or (07) 3491 5555.
Vocational Teacher Aide Placements
The Lakes College will not be taking on any vocational placements until Semester 2 of 2022.
Candidates enrolled to study a Certificate III in Educational Support can apply for a Vocational Teacher Aide placement at any time during the year, however applications are pooled for consideration as part of two block placements per year.
Block placement one covers Term 1 & 2 and Block placement 2 covers Term 3 & 4.
Places are limited, and successful candidates must be prepared to work across both the Primary and Secondary schools. A vocational placement with the College does not guarantee employment with the College on completion of your course.
To be considered, please email the following information to employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au
- Cover letter confirming availability and any College connections you have (past, present and future)
- Current resume detailing your work experience as specific to the role
- Proof of enrollment in a Certificate III in Educational Support course
- Current Volunteer Working with Children Check Blue Card
- Contact details for three (3) referees (preferably former direct supervisors)
Volunteer Roles
Candidates can apply for a Volunteer role at any time during the year. All Volunteers – except if an approved or registered teacher and a volunteer parent of a child attending the school – must hold a current Volunteer Working with Children Check Blue Card
To be considered, please email the following information to employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au
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Current Vacancies:
Secondary Visual Art Teacher
We faithfully invite candidates to apply for the role of Secondary Visual Art Teacher. This will be a full-time parental leave cover contract from Monday 20 May 2024 to Friday 4 July 2025.
The Lakes College is a vibrant Prep to Year 12 learning community committed to developing young people of character who embody the Uniting Church values of our community.
Candidates will aspire to engage and develop Lakes Learners who have the passion and drive to generate knowledge, spark curiosity, forge character and promote connection within our inclusive College community.
The position
Reporting to the Head of Secondary, as the Visual Art Teacher, you will engage, inspire and enrich all students, exciting their imagination and encouraging them to reach their creative and expressive potential.
You will be a passionate and influential Educator with a demonstrated ability to foster a love of artistic expression and experimentation in students across the Junior and Senior Secondary school.
You will develop and deliver a contemporary, innovative curriculum which is underpinned by clear expectations about high quality learning outcomes in a culturally diverse society.
The successful candidate will need to collaborate as a stakeholder and co-coordinator with the Primary Art Teacher for the College ‘Imagination Art Exhibition’ scheduled for Term 4, a significant College event where the artistic pursuits and talents of students from Prep to Year 12 are showcased.
The successful candidate will need to teach Junior Media Arts as part of their 2024 timetable.
In your application, please include a covering letter and detailed resume which addresses the following key selection criteria.
- Demonstrated experience as a Secondary Visual Art Teacher including an ability to apply the QCAA Senior Syllabus.
- Demonstrated passion for purposeful and creative art projects that spark curiosity and generate connection for Secondary Visual Art students.
- Current tertiary qualifications as specific to the role.
- Current Queensland College of Teachers registration.
- Commitment to the Uniting Church ethos and an inclusive College community.
Graduate and/or graduating Teachers are also encouraged to apply for this role. For further details please refer to the Secondary Subject Teacher Position Description.
Please email your application to employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au by no later than 3.00 pm on Monday 29 April 2024.
Mathematics Teacher
Get CURIOUS at The Lakes College!
We faithfully invite candidates to apply for the role of Mathematics Teacher commencing in Term 2 of 2024.
This will be a full-time cover contract to meet emergent timetabling needs at the College for the remainder of the current school year. Graduate Teachers are encouraged to apply for this role.
Responsible to the Head of Secondary, you will act under the direction of the curriculum Heads of Faculty, developing and delivering a contemporary, innovative curriculum which is underpinned by clear expectations about high quality learning outcomes in a culturally diverse society.
In your application, please include a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) which addresses the following key selection criteria and detailed resume.
- Demonstrated experience developing an engaging teaching and learning culture as a Secondary Mathematics Teacher.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Secondary Mathematics curriculum.
- Commitment to supporting ‘TLC Beyond’ the college extracurricular program.
- Demonstrated experience building a culture of positive relationships management with students, families and colleagues.
- Commitment to the Uniting Church ethos and an inclusive College community.
- Current tertiary qualifications as specific to the role.
- Current Queensland College of Teachers registration.
For further details please refer to the Secondary Subject Teacher Position Description.
Please email your application to employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au.
Food and Nutrition Teacher
Get CURIOUS at The Lakes College!
We invite candidates to apply for the role of Food and Nutrition Teacher. This role will be a full-time permanent appointment commencing from Week 5, Term 2, 2024.
The Lakes College is a values-based independent school located in the heart of North Lakes. As an expression of the Uniting Church, our community values the important role that faith plays in shaping and nurturing the minds and hearts of our young people so that they may fulfil their God-given potential. You will aspire to develop the capabilities of our ‘Lakes Learners’ with the passion and drive to generate knowledge, spark curiosity, build character and promote connection within our inclusive College Community. Responsible to the Head of Secondary, you will act under the direction of the curriculum Heads of Faculty, developing and delivering a contemporary, innovative curriculum which is underpinned by clear expectations about high-quality learning outcomes in a culturally diverse society.
As a Food and Nutrition Teacher, you will be able to apply the QCAA Food and Nutrition Syllabus with a focus on food science, nutrition, and food technologies. You will also play an important role in the engagement of junior secondary students as they explore designed solutions within the areas of food and fibre production, food specialisation, and technology specialisation. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate their understanding of the relevant QCAA and ACARA curriculum and how they can apply it in a contemporary educational setting, while also catering to the learning needs of their students.
Belonging – Believing – Becoming. This is our Character. This is who we are.
In a community of ‘Belonging’ you will foster and sustain relationships in partnership with the wider College Community, journeying with our students, their families, and your colleagues. As a Secondary Subject Teacher, you will be committed to providing opportunities to students that nurture individual strengths and interests, preparing them for vibrant and rewarding futures.
In a community of ‘Believing’ your influence as part of a high-performance team will include a commitment to care for our people. As a Secondary Subject Teacher, you will work to connect and collaborate with students and their caregivers, exploring partnerships that are meaningful, respectful, and underpinned by our faith-based values.
As a community that is ‘Becoming’, you will support our vision to be leaders in inspirational and innovative learning. As a Secondary Subject Teacher, you are committed to a high-quality, holistic and innovative approach to learning that embeds within a wellbeing framework to promote engagement, confidence and resilience.
In your application, please include a covering letter (maximum 2 pages) which addresses the following key selection criteria along with a detailed resume.
- Demonstrated experience developing an engaging teaching and learning culture as a Secondary Food and Nutrition teacher.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum for both senior secondary and junior secondary.
- Commitment to supporting ‘TLC Beyond’, the College’s signature extracurricular program.
- Demonstrated experience building a culture of positive relationship management with students, families, and colleagues.
- Commitment to the Uniting Church ethos and an inclusive College community.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications as required for the role.
- Current Queensland College of Teachers registration.
Please email your application to employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au.
For further information, contact The Lakes College on 3491 5555 or employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au.
For further details please refer to the Secondary Subject Teacher Position Description.
Applications close at 3:00 pm on Tuesday 23 April 2024.
Sport Coaches for 2023
The Lakes College is seeking expressions of interest from persons willing to coach the following sports in 2023.
AFL | Athletics | Badminton | Basketball | Cricket | Cross Country | Football | Futsal | Netball | Rugby Union | Rugby League | Tennis | Touch Football | Oz Tag | Strength & Conditioning | Swimming | Swim Fit | Volleyball
Should these opportunities to contribute to the fabric of our inclusive College community be of interest please send your details to employment@thelakes.qld.edu.au for the attention of the Director of Sport and Activities.
Further inquiries can also be sent to sport@thelakes.qld.edu.au