Newman Catholic College is seeking applications for a Leader: Trade Technologies to join their growing College community in 2027.

Contract Dates:  18 January 2027 to 11 January 2030

Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term

This position holds a permanent Teaching position within the Cairns Diocese. 

Salary Range: Graduate $86,600 - Proficient 4 $107,988 gross per annum FTE, plus applicable Middle Leader Tier 2 allowance $13,026 gross per annum FTE, 
or Proficient 5 and above: $137,750 gross per annum FTE

Closing Date for Applications: 12.00pm, Wednesday 25 November 2026

Newman Catholic College

Newman Catholic College is Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns newest secondary school. The College comprises state-of-the-art facilities situated within James Cook University, Cairns. The college is well-resourced to support committed and professional teaching staff in the provision of quality Catholic education for students in the Northern Beaches. As part of our teaching team, we will provide a supportive, flexible working environment where care for all staff is an important part of our ethos.  We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students in a new way.

About the Role

The Leader of Trade Technologies at Newman Catholic College is a role deeply embedded in the theological and educational principles of Catholicism, drawing inspiration from the teachings of its namesake, St. John Henry Newman. This role is a testament to the Catholic understanding of education as a journey towards truth, reflective of the divine image in every individual.

Central to this role is the dual responsibility of retaining students within the college and engaging students in trade pathways. In the spirit of Newman’s insight, “God has created me to do Him some definite service; He has committed some work to me which He has not committed to another,” this role acknowledges the individuality of each student’s path and potential. The Leader Trade Technologies is tasked with identifying and nurturing the unique gifts of each student, resonating with Newman’s vision of personal calling and purpose. Preparing programs such that students don’t need to find their desired pathway elsewhere.

The role involves creating opportunities for hands-on, experiential learning for students interested in trades from year 7 through to year 12 and building their confidence as they move towards a future in their desired trade.

This role is not merely an academic position; it is a mission aligned with Newman’s vision of education to provide pathways for all enrolled students. In embracing this role, Newman Catholic College reaffirms its commitment to an education that, in the words of Newman, “forms, rather than informs.” Where the emphasis is on who they become rather than what.

In summary, the purpose is to balance three pillars: (1) educational excellence and curriculum leadership; (2) industry engagement and meaningful student pathways and (3) strategic development of the team, facilities and department.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description  Middle Leader - Trade Technologies - Position Description.docx

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 
• 12.75% Employer Superannuation Contributions
• 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: 

Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application.

For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.

Please note applications will only be accepted via the Careers website.

Enquiries: 

Lauretta Graham - Principal
P: 4047 6000
E: principal.newman@cns.catholic.edu.au

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.