Secondary Teachers 2027 - Newman Catholic College

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

Salary packaging options

12.75% Employer Superannuation

Long service leave after 7 years

Parental leave 14 weeks

Professional development and ECTupport

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Newman Catholic College is seeking applications for Secondary Teachers in various subjects for 2027. Commencement 18 January 2027. Roles are full-time, permanent with salary from $86,600 to $147,048 gross per annum plus 12.75% Superannuation.

Closing date for applications is 12:00pm on Monday 1 November 2026. The college offers a supportive Catholic environment, excellent facilities and comprehensive leave and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics across secondary years (Senior Mathematics a plus).
• Deliver English/Drama with Senior English capability.
• Teach Science and Health/Physical Education.
• Collaborate with families, parish, and community to support student outcomes.

Skills

Mathematics

English/Drama

Science

HPE

Education

Queensland College of Teachers registration

Job description

Newman Catholic College is seeking applications for Teachers in various subjects to join their growing College community in 2027.

Commencement Date: 18 January 2027

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary Range: Graduate $86,600 to Lead Teacher $147,048 FTE gross per annum plus 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 12.00pm, Monday 1 November 2026

Newman Catholic College is Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns newest secondary school. The College comprises state-of-the-art facilities situated within James Cook University, Cairns. The college is well-resourced to support committed and professional teaching staff in the provision of quality Catholic education for students in the Northern Beaches. As part of our teaching team, we will provide a supportive, flexible working environment where care for all staff is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students in a new way.

About The Role

Due to the continuous growth of the college, Newman Catholic College Smithfield is seeking a number of experienced and dedicated Secondary Teachers to join their school teaching in a range of Key Subjects for the 2027 school year. These roles are Full Time, Permanent positions.

These Key Subject Areas we will be looking for teachers for are as below:

• Mathematics (with an ability to teach Senior Mathematics an advantage)
• English / Drama (an ability to teach Senior English)
• Science
• HPE

To join this new and vibrant community, you'll need to demonstrate:

• knowledge of, and a commitment to, the Catholic ethos and vision of the school, including the liturgical life of the college
• ability to work as a member of a professional team of teachers, dedicated to providing quality education in partnership with the families, parish, university, and wider community
• ability to collaborate and work positively as a part of a professional teaching team
• understanding of contemporary pedagogy and the ability to differentiate learning meeting the needs of a diverse range of students
• willingness to change and develop instructional strategies to increase student growth and achievement

Teachers are accountable to and under the direction of the College Principal.

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

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

• 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 Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport Membership available

Enquiries

Lauretta Graham - Principal

P: 4047 6000

E: [e-mail]

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.