Assistant Principal - Administration
Contract Dates: 16 January 2026 to 17 January 2031
Employment Type: Full Time - Fixed Term Contract (5 years) - This position holds a substantive Permanent Teaching position.
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience AP1 $149,763 - AP3 $157,119 gross per annum FTE +12.75% Super
Closing Date for Applications: 6.00pm, Sunday 14 September 2025
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.
The college is currently accepting applications for an experienced Assistant Principal - Administration.
The following six domains outline the role of the Assistant Principal - Administration as it is envisaged in Catholic schools in the Diocese of Cairns. Following each domain is the Statement of Performance Competency followed by Performance Indicators.
For further information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description 
PosD - Assistant Principal Administration.pdf
What we offer
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Acting Principal
Mrs Alison Krause
P: 07 4042 4800
E: principal@stmonicas.qld.edu.au
Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process, a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.
To understand our commitment and initiatives to truth telling, healing and reconciliation view our Reconciliation Action Plan
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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