Townsville Grammar School is one of the original Grammar Schools of Queensland. The Year 7-12 campus is located on the original site at North Ward. The School also operates two Junior School campuses, both offering Pre-Prep to Year 6, at Annandale and North Shore.

Townsville Grammar School is a co-educational, non-denominational School with a current enrolment of approximately 1400 students, including 120 boarders (7-12), of whom approximately 25 are international students.

As one of the eight original Grammar schools in Queensland, Townsville Grammar School was established in 1888 and has offered boarding since this time. The School has a long-standing reputation as the leading academic school in Northern Queensland, also offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Years 11 and 12.

Townsville Grammar School is seeking an experienced and capable Teacher in Charge of Design & Technology to lead teaching and learning within our Secondary School. We are interested in hearing from applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Furnishing Skills,  Design, and Applied Technology.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled educator with strong subject knowledge, practical expertise, and the ability to lead with clarity, professionalism, and a focus on student learning.

About the role

The Teacher in Charge will be responsible for the delivery and development of Design & Technology programs, with a particular focus on one or more specialist areas within the subject. The role includes teaching responsibilities as well as leadership of curriculum, resources, and the day-to-day coordination of the subject area.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Design & Technology subject area
• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across relevant year levels
• Teach in one or more specialist areas, including Furnishing Skills, Design and/or Applied Technology 
• Develop and review curriculum, assessment and teaching resources
• Maintain high standards of safety, compliance and organisation within workshop environments
• Support students to develop practical skills, design thinking, creativity and independence
• Monitor student progress and provide clear, timely feedback
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to faculty planning and improvement
• Build positive and professional relationships with students, families and staff
• Contribute to the broader life of the school

About you

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Relevant teaching qualifications and QCT registration
• Experience teaching Design & Technology, with strength in one or more relevant specialist areas
• Strong practical knowledge of workshop processes, materials, equipment and safe work practices
• The ability to lead a subject area effectively and support consistent teaching practice
• Well-developed organisational and communication skills
• A commitment to high standards, positive relationships and student development
• The capacity to contribute positively to a collaborative school culture

A full teacher position description is available here.  

If you are looking to grow your teaching career with a high performing school that has an excellent reputation and genuinely cares about its students and staff, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration and 12.75% superannuation contributions.
• Salary sacrifice options.
• Opportunity for relocation assistance.
• Annual flu vaccination program.
• Reduced tuition fees for children of permanent staff.
• Paid parental leave of 14 weeks after qualifying period.
• Access to free and confidential counselling via EAP for staff and family members.
• Access to EAP app offering wellbeing benefits such as webinars, health assessments and exclusive discounts from selected retailers and service providers.
• Discounted fitness club membership with Strand Fitness.

To apply, provide a cover letter, CV and details of two current referees. Applications should be made via Seek or the Careers page on our website.

Applications should be received no later than 7 April 2026. Applications will be considered upon submission - appointments will be made when suitable candidates are found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. 

At Townsville Grammar School, the safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority. We are committed to creating an environment where students feel safe, supported, and respected. All staff play an active role in safeguarding children, and appointments are subject to child protection screening requirements, including Blue Card clearance.