At Somerville House, staff members work in an active and vibrant environment, forging close-knit, collaborative working relationships. We are passionate practitioners and lifelong learners. We seek individuals who embrace the School’s Strategic Intent, and who support the open-minded and inclusive environment we are committed to maintaining. We offer all of our staff a competitive salary and benefits package.

Somerville House currently employs over 400 staff in various roles across academic and corporate support areas.

The School is located close to South Bank Parklands and is easily accessible to public transport. On-site car parking may be available, but is not guaranteed. Staff are able to access the Murray Evans Sports and Aquatic Centre facilities, Library services, Café and Tuckshop, as well as participate in events organised by the Staff Association.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value the strength diversity brings to the workplace. We have been a member of the Happy School program since 2019 and are committed to staff wellbeing and engagement.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic and collaborative team, we invite you to follow the below instructions to apply.

Applicants must provide the following information:

Applicants must hold current suitability checks relevant to profession at the time of appointment, academic staff are required to hold current Queensland College of Teachers Registration and all other employees to hold a paid working with children blue card.

Please submit all applications with the above documentation by the specified closing date. 

Should you require assistance with your submission please contact [email protected].

Applicants can submit an expression of interest for vacancies not currently available via [email protected]with a current curriculum vitae and cover letter addressed to Dr Sandra Hastie, Principal Somerville House.


Current Vacancies

Wednesday, 23 Apr 2025

Chef

Do you hold a Cert III in Commercial Cookery and are looking for your next challenge in the hospitality industry? Are you looking for an environment where you can showcase your skills and abilities as an experienced Chef for students, staff and more? Do you have experience working in a fast-paced environment...
Thursday, 17 Apr 2025

Teacher - Mathematics and Science

Seeking experienced Mathematics and Science experts who are passionate about empowering girls’ education! This is a full-time, fixed-term contract from 06 May 2025 until 03 December 2025. There is potential for permanency into 2026. As the School is currently in the authorisation phase of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP),...
Thursday, 10 Apr 2025

Teacher of Mathematics

Are you an experienced and passionate Mathematics Teacher looking for a contract opportunity? This is a full-time, fixed-term contract from 14 July 2025 until 19 September 2025 covering a period of leave. Our ideal candidate will have taught Mathematics within an Independent School, specifically across Senior School (specifically Years 8 –...
Monday, 07 Apr 2025

Expressions of Interest - Teacher - Mathematics, Science, STEM

Are you a recent graduate within the Mathematics, Science and/or STEM discipline? Are you looking to gain experience as a graduate teacher within an independent school setting? We are taking expressions of interest for teachers from the Mathematics, Science and/or STEM discipline who are readily available to commence from Term...