Secondary Teachers for 2027 (English & Science) - Catherine McAuley College

Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton; Mackay (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary 86,600–147,048 AUD

12.75% superannuation

Salary packaging options

Health insurance discounts

Fitness Passport

39 weeks of term time

Employee Assistance Program

Leadership development opportunities

Induction and professional learning

Long service leave after 7 years

Deferred Salary Scheme

Modern facilities and resources

Job summary

Catherine McAuley College in Mackay invites applications for a full-time Secondary Teacher commencing January 2027. The college seeks capable educators to teach Junior and Senior English and Junior and Senior Science, with flexibility for part-time applicants.

The role emphasizes differentiated teaching, using assessment data to drive improvement, and collaboration with staff, parents and the local Catholic community.

Qualifications

• Qualified and enthusiastic educator with eligibility to teach in Australia.
• Able to teach junior and senior English and Science.
• Demonstrates ability to design differentiated instruction and use data for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality education to secondary students at Catherine McAuley College.
• Design differentiated teaching strategies and use data to guide improvement.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents and the community while integrating Catholic values.

Skills

English teaching

Science teaching

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor of Education

Teaching registration eligibility

Job description

Position: Secondary Teacher, Catherine McAuley College

Start date: January 2027

Employment Status: Full-Time continuing preferred; part time will be considered

Salary: $86,600 - $147,048 (pending experience - includes Highly Accomplished (HAT) and Lead Teacher (LT) salary scale)

Applications Close: Monday, 19 October 2026

What We Are Looking For

Applications are invited from qualified and enthusiastic educators to join the teaching staff of Catherine McAuley College. These are full-time continuing positions to commence January 2027. Applicants interested in part time opportunities are also encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from registered teachers who can teach in any or a combination of the following subjects.

• Junior and Senior English
• Junior and Senior Science

The ability to teach across both junior and senior secondary levels would be highly regarded. Opportunities may also exist for applicants who can teach additional subject areas as part of our supportive and passionate team of educators committed to academic excellence and engaging learning experiences.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the College in the final stage of expansion to a full Years 7-12 College in 2027.

Applicants Who Possess The Following Are Encouraged To Apply

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Appropriate qualities, knowledge and skills to provide a relevant and holistic education
• Eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• A desire to serve the communities located within the diocese of Rockhampton

The role of a teacher is to provide quality education and care for secondary school students at Catherine McAuley College. The ideal candidate understands Catholic Education’s mission, can design differentiated teaching strategies, uses data to guide improvement and collaborates effectively with colleagues, parents and the community.

The teacher integrates Catholic values into the curriculum and fosters a diverse, positive learning environment while using various assessment strategies and providing feedback. Please refer to the Position Description link below for further details.

About Us

Catherine McAuley College opened in 2022 to meet the growing demand for high-quality Catholic secondary education in the Mackay region. Commencing with its inaugural cohort of Year 7 students, the College has been strategically growing one year level at a time and will complete its full Years 7-12 profile by 2027.

Built on the former site of the historic Mackay Sugar Research Institute, Catherine McAuley College offers first class facilities to ensure the delivery of quality teaching and learning practices.

Underpinned by the College values of Learning, Courage, Faith & Mercy , Catherine McAuley College is committed to providing a quality Catholic education in a welcoming, safe and secure learning environment. The Charism of the Sisters of Mercy inspires the College's educational mission and helps to shape the College's identity.

Mandatory Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and the ability to obtain approved Queensland College of Teachers Registration
• Australian work rights

Generous incentives are available to successful applicants which include:

• Competitive salary structure for Teaching staff - $86,600 - $147,048 (pending experience - includes Highly Accomplished (HAT) and Lead Teacher (LT) salary scale)
• Recognition of Service for salary purposes (on provision of Statement of Service)
• Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salaries (based on eligibility criteria with RemServ)
• Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• 39 weeks of term time for a school year
• Access to free Employee Assistant Program (24-hour counselling service)
• Leadership development opportunities
• Induction and professional learning programs
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Modern facilities and resources

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Jim Ford, Principal, Catherine McAuley College, Mackay on 07 4994 9200.
• To learn more about Accreditation, please view our Accreditation Information Sheet .
• For a confidential conversation or for further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support S ervices 07 4994 8086 or [e-mail]

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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