Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology

Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

Employer superannuation 12.75%

Professional development

Long service leave

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

MacKillop Catholic College in Cairns invites applications for a qualified Secondary Teacher – Industrial Technology to lead Year 7–12 programs with Carpentry, Furnishing or Metal Work specialisms.

The role is full-time and permanent, commencing Term 1, 2027, with a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a strong focus on Catholic Education values, student outcomes and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Industrial Technology at secondary level (Years 7–12) with a focus on Carpentry, Furnishing or Metal Work.
• Be fully registered or eligible for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective Industrial Technology lessons.
• Contribute to curriculum development and school planning.
• Maintain a supportive classroom environment and use data to inform decisions.

Skills

Carpentry

Furnishing

Metal Work

Job description

Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 1 October 2026

Applications are invited for a qualified and enthusiastic Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology - (with experience in Carpentry, Furnishing or Metal Work) to join the MacKillop Catholic College team in 2027.

Applications are invited for a qualified and enthusiastic Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology (with experience in Carpentry, Furnishing, or Metal Work) to join the MacKillop Catholic College team in 2027.

Commencement Date: Term 1, 2027 - Monday 18th January 2027 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Position Salary Range: Commensurate with experience - Graduate $86,600 to Lead Teacher $147,048 FTE Gross per annum + 12.75% super Closing Date for Applications: 12.00pm, Thursday 1st October 2027 (unless filled prior).

Please note that applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as they are received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity.

MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter

MacKillop Catholic College , a master-planned Prep to Year 12 College located in the growing southern corridor of Cairns, was established in 2016 with Prep-Year 3 classes. The College has progressively developed by year levels and celebrates the first Year 12 cohort graduating in 2025.

Guided by the authentic discipleship of Saint Mary MacKillop of the Cross, and the Josephite tradition, our mission, to inspire hearts, minds and spirits, is grounded in the vision to provide quality 21st century education to the young people in our community.

About the Role

The teachers will have a vital role in the next phase of strategic growth of the College. The role involves the day-to-day teaching of the secondary school curriculum for Years 7 - 12 in 2025.

This role of the Teacher is to support the mission of the College through the enactment of the learning and teaching program. This involves: planning, preparing and delivering effective learning and teaching programs; contributing to the development and implementation of the College objectives and planning; ensuring that appropriate pedagogies are implemented in the classroom; contributing to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive school environment utilising thorough analysis of current data to inform decisions; and prudently administering available resources.

TheTeacheris expected to demonstrate excellence in the knowledge, understanding and research of their Learning Area, and willactively contribute to the holistic education offered at MacKillop Catholic College.

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.

• Be registered or eligible to be register with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
• Have necessary qualifications to teach Carpentry, Furnishing or Metalwork.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 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 Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport Membership available

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Affiliation: Catholic

Teaching Level: Combined

Gender: Coed

167 Students

49 TeachingStaff

42 Non-Teaching Staff

MacKillop Catholic College, a master-planned Prep to Year 12 College located in the growing southern corridor of Cairns, was established in 2016 with Prep-Year 3 classes. The College has developed progressively, adding additional year levels annually, and commenced secondary education in 2020 with Year 7, and the first Year 12 cohort graduating in 2025.