Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology Design ~ MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary range

Long service leave

12.75% employer superannuation

Parental leave

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

MacKillop Catholic College in Mount Peter, Queensland, seeks a qualified Secondary Teacher for Industrial Technology & Design to support Years 7–12. The role is full-time and permanent, commencing Term 1, 2027, with a salary range based on experience.

Salary ranges from $86,600 to $147,048 Gross per annum plus 12.75% super; closing date 4 December 2026. Applicants should align with the college’s Catholic ethos and deliver engaging, standards-based learning.

Qualifications

• Qualified and enthusiastic Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology & Design.
• Be registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers.
• Qualifications to teach Carpentry, Furnishing or Metalwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of school objectives and planning.
• Contribute to a supportive school environment and data-informed decisions.
• Demonstrate excellence in knowledge of the Learning Area and holistic education.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum planning

Learning area knowledge

Education

Be registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers

Tools

Carpentry

Furnishing

Metalwork

Job description

Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology Design ~ MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Cairns – Cairns QLD

$86,600 - $147,048 a year

Full time, Permanent

Applications are invited for a qualified and enthusiastic Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology & Design 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, Friday 4th December 2026 (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.

Applications are invited for a qualified and enthusiastic Secondary Teacher - Industrial Technology & Design 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, Friday 4th December 2026 (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.

For further information about the role, please download the Position DescriptionMCC PD Secondary Teacher.pdf

Work Requirements

• 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

Enquires

Jessica Russell - Human Resources Officer

P: 07 4081 7***

E: *************@cns.catholic.edu.au

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

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Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.