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Middle Leader: Health and Physical Education - St Monica's College, Cairns

  • 494748
  • Cairns
  • School Leadership
  • Teaching
  • Full time - Fixed Term



Contract Dates: 11 July 2025 to 15 January 2026 
Employment Type: Full Time - Fixed Term 
Salary Range: $84,077 to $121,092 FTE Gross per annum plus Tier 3 Allowance or substantive salary commensurate with experience
Closing Date for Applications: 6:00pm, Sunday 15 June 2025

St Monica's College, Cairns

The College is situated in the central business district of Cairns, one block from the Cairns Esplanade.  St Monica's is the oldest school in the region, with rich heritage and Mercy traditions.  As a Catholic Secondary Day and Boarding College for young women, St Monica's is a faith community where belief in the dignity of the human person underlies our educational philosophy, structures and processes.  During the last few years, the College has undertaken a significant building project to complement its two heritage buildings.  Reinforcing our strong Mercy tradition all of the buildings are named after Sisters of Mercy.  We are the only all-female school in the Cairns region with an enrolment of over 700 students.  Year levels 7 to 12 are offered, with both day and boarding options.

The College is committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and the development of the complete individual. As a nurturing Mercy community, we are also committed to an inclusive education which values uniqueness and caters to differing needs. The College offers a variety of learning experiences which ensure students continued intellectual, creative and spiritual development. St Monica’s College consistently achieve outstanding ATAR results and university entrance and completion rates. 

About the Role

The college is currently accepting applications for a Middle Leader - Health and Physical Education on a fixed-term contract. 

The role of Middle Leader is to support the mission of the College through leadership founded on a commitment to the provision of quality education for the students. This involves:

  • Developing appropriate curriculum in line with national, state and local requirements
  • Ensuring that appropriate pedagogies are developed and implemented at all levels
  • Ensuring the quality of student learning and the effectiveness of teacher practice through appropriate supervision
  • Utilising thorough analysis of current data to inform decision
  • Developing appropriate partnerships within and outside of the college
  • Prudently administering available resources
  • Is line managed by the Assistant Principal, Curriculum

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Download File Position Description - ML HPE.pdf


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. 

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 
  • Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
  • Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
  • Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program

 

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Catholic Education promotes a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace culture.

To Apply

Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application. For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.


Enquiries:

Principal
Leanne Webster
P:  07 4042 4800
E:  smc.principal@cns.catholic.edu.au

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