Teacher - St Mary'S Catholic College, Woree

Catholic Education Dioceses Of Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12.75% superannuation

Fitness Passport Memberships

Competitive Salary

14 Weeks paid parental leave

Leave loading 17.5%

Salary packaging options

Long service leave

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

St Mary's Catholic College, Woree, part of Catholic Education Dioceses Of Cairns, invites applications for a full-time fixed-term teaching role covering parental leave from 16 January 2027 to 14 January 2028. The college emphasises faith-based learning and strong academic outcomes within a supportive community.

The role requires Queensland College of Teachers registration, experience in teaching English and other subjects; religious education teaching is desirable.

Qualifications

• Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching English and other subjects.
• Ability to teach religious education is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Queensland College of Teachers registration

Job description

Contract Dates: 16 January 2027 to 14 January 2028 (Parental leave coverage)

Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term (Part time options will be considered)

Salary Range: Graduate $86,600 to Experienced Proficient Teacher $126,795 FTE Gross per annum PLUS 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 9am, Monday, 23 November 2026

Please note applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as 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.

St Mary's Catholic College, Woree

Situated in the southern suburbs of Cairns, St Mary's opened in 1986 and boasts a proud reputation for providing quality Catholic co-education for the families of this exciting and dynamic region. Inspired by Mother Mary, our College is a place where individual strengths are nurtured and developed and where faith and a sense of "family" are fundamental to who we are. The College has a strong academic focus. We offer a stimulating academic and vocational curriculum, along with comprehensive co-curricular opportunities for our students to pursue their interest in sport, the arts, mission, and leadership. St Mary’s offers a broad technology rich curriculum delivered by quality and dedicated teachers. The College has many outstanding facilities, with exciting new building projects around the corner that will bring about more contemporary and flexible learning spaces to optimise student learning. Committed and dedicated staff work closely with parents to provide students with the supportive and caring environment essential for their spiritual, academic, social, and physical development.

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.

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

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be register with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
• Demonstrated experience in teaching English and other subjects
• Ability to teach religious education is desirable but not a requirement

What we offer

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Enquiries

Trisha Stroud - Human Resources Officer

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