Secondary Teacher - English, Humanities and Religion - St Monica's College, Cairns - St Monica's College

Permanent full-time job at Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns (Cairns, Queensland, Australia)

Job Reference 495065

Closing date October 24, 2025

Location Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Type Full-Time

Status Permanent

About this job

Commencement Date: Term 1, 2026 - 19 January 2026

Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent Position

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience - Graduate $86,600 to Lead Teacher $147,048 FTE Gross per annum + 12.75% super

Closing Date for Applications: 6:00pm, Friday 24 October 2025

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 Monica's College

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

St Monica's College is currently accepting applications for an experience English, Humanities and Religion Teacher on a full-time, permanent basis.

Work Requirements

• Be registered or eligible to be register with Queensland College of Teachers
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
• Current Queensland drivers licence at LR or above or willing to obtain within 3 months of employment

What we offer

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

To Apply

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Enquiries

College Principal

Leanne Webster

smc.principal@cns.catholic.edu.au

(07) 4042 4800

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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