Secondary Teacher – Humanities & Social Sciences

Fraser Coast Anglican College

Wondunna, QLD 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: HASS

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 10 March 2025


We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher to join our team. This role primarily involves teaching Years 7–10 Humanities and Social Sciences, with the capacity to teach any of: Senior Geography, Business, or Legal Studies.

<ul><li><strong>Full Time </strong></li><li><strong>Term 2 commencement </strong></li><li><strong>Fixed term contract through to December 2025 </strong></li></ul><p><strong>About Fraser Coast Anglican College</strong></p><p>Fraser Coast Anglican College is a leading K-12 school in beautiful Hervey Bay, the gateway to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island (K’gari). As a proud member of the Anglican Schools network of South East Queensland, FCAC has a strong reputation for academic excellence, student engagement, and holistic education. FCAC was awarded ‘Regional School of the Year’ at the 2022 Australian Education Awards, a testament to its commitment to innovation, quality teaching, and student success.</p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS) Teacher to join our team. This role primarily involves teaching Years 7–10 Humanities and Social Sciences, with the capacity to teach any of: Senior Geography, Business, or Legal Studies.</p><p>At FCAC, we value educators who build strong relationships, deliver engaging and differentiated programs, and bring learning to life through real-world applications.</p><p><strong>Duties</strong></p><p>You will create a learning environment in which students feel safe to take intellectual risks, feel comfortable to seek assistance and will be encouraged to perform to the best of their abilities. As a Secondary Humanities and Social Sciences teacher, you will:</p><ul><li>Teach Years 7–10 Humanities and Social Sciences</li><li>Deliver engaging lessons that align with ACARA and QCAA curriculum requirements</li><li>Teach Senior Geography, Business, or Legal Studies (depending on expertise and school requirements)</li><li>Foster critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and analytical skills</li><li>Participate in pastoral care and co-curricular activities, contributing to the school’s holistic education model</li></ul><p>At FCAC, we recognise that not all learning happens in the classroom, and all teachers are expected to participate in co-curricular programs and school initiatives.</p><p><strong>Skills and experience required</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified educator with experience teaching HASS subjects</li><li>Hold current QCT registration</li><li>Ability to differentiate teaching strategies to support all learners</li><li>Strong classroom management skills with high expectations for student engagement</li><li>Well-developed communication, teamwork, and organisational skills</li><li>Passion for student-centered learning and academic excellence</li></ul><p>To view the role statement for further information, please click <a href="https://www.fcac.qld.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/RS-Secondary-Teacher.pdf" rel="nofollow"><strong>here</strong></a>. </p><p>Applications close <strong>4:00pm Monday, 10 March 2025</strong>.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Join a leading, award-winning regional school</li><li>Fee discounts for children of staff members</li><li>Health and wellbeing initiatives (EAP, annual flu vaccine)</li><li>Salary packaging opportunities</li><li>Work in a supportive and innovative team environment</li></ul><p>Fraser Coast Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer and a Child Safe Organisation.</p><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button on SEEK.</p><p>If you would like to apply for this position, please include:</p><ul><li>a cover letter addressed to our Principal outlining:<ul><li>why you believe you are a great fit for our role </li><li>why you want to work for FCAC</li></ul></li><li>name and contact details of two (2) recent work referees</li><li>up to date resume </li></ul><p>The Principal</p><p>Fraser Coast Anglican College</p><p>PO Box 1150, Hervey Bay, Qld, 4655</p><p>Telephone: (07) 4124 5411</p><p><i>Employment seekers wishing to work with children in paid non-teaching appointments must hold a current Paid Blue Card to be able to commence work. FCAC reserves the right to censor applications accordingly to comply with Queensland legislation, while also in accord with the Anglican Schools Recruitment Policy and timelines available at the time of processing each of its vacancies. </i></p>