2027 Secondary Teaching Positions

Catholic Education Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 86,600 - 126,724; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Annual leave with 17.5% loading

Salary packaging options

12.75% Employer Superannuation

Long service leave eligibility

Job summary

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns is hiring for a Teacher role commencing 18 January 2027. Salary ranges from $86,600 to $126,724 FTE Gross per annum plus 12.75% employer superannuation contribution. Closing date for applications is 5pm Sunday 30 August 2026.

The role involves planning, delivering effective teaching programs, contributing to school objectives and maintaining a supportive environment. Applicants must be registered or eligible with the Queensland College of Teachers and support

Qualifications

• Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers.
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning.
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment.

Education

QCT registration or eligible

Job description

Commencement Date: Monday 18 January 2027

Salary Range: $86,600 to $126,724 FTE Gross per annum plus 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm Sunday 30th August 2026

Working for Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns is a dynamic and growing organisation that is actively inviting schools to co-create with us, schools that are places of rich learning for now and into the 22nd Century.

Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns is committed to this vision through Co-Leadership with schools to build communities of learning that provide a safe, nurturing and academically challenging environment. Our schools are places where we create opportunities for every student and every staff member so that they are inspired to contribute to our society, innovate, explore possibilities, and achieve excellence.

About the Role

As a Teacher you will:

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the school objectives and school planning
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment

Teachers are accountable to and under the direction of the school Principal or delegate.

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be register with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Financial allowance apply to regional areas
• Financial incentives and accommodation apply to more remote locations
• Fitness Passport Membership Available
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• 12.75% Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Teacher Position Description.pdf

Enquiries

Human Resources Team

P: 07 4050 9700

E: [e-mail]

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.