Deputy Principal Academic Studies- Newman Catholic College, Smithfield

Job no: 495026
Work type: Various work types
Location: Cairns
Categories: School Leadership

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Contract Date: 17 January 2026 to 16 January 2031

Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term 

This position holds a full time, permanent Teaching position within the Cairns Diocese

Salary Range: Deputy Principal- $153,276 to $164,999 FTE Gross per annum

Closing Date for Applications: 12pm, Monday 27 October 2025

Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process, a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.

Newman Catholic College

Newman Catholic College, co-located on James Cook University site, Smithfield, is Cairns Catholic Education’s newest college, joining a system of 29 other catholic schools and colleges. Opened in 2022, with approximately 140 Year 7 students and growing a year level each year until Year 12 is reached in 2027, its location on and interaction with the University presents endless opportunities to meet the diverse learning needs of our students. Newman Catholic College works collaboratively with James Cook University so that learning and teaching is enhanced at all year levels.

About the Role

The Deputy Principal – Academic Studies will forge strong, positive relationships with students, families and staff across the College, connecting people, programs and initiatives.  Working closely with the Principal as part of the Senior Leadership team, they will support Newman Catholic College’s commitment to excellence in all aspects of school life and bring focused attention to safety and wellbeing of students and staff, ensuring students receive an enriching Catholic school experience, as well as honouring our compliance obligations.
 
The Deputy Principal – Academic Studies undertakes a senior leadership role in the college’s organisational structure and, as such, is a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
 
The Deputy Principal – Academic Studies requires a deep knowledge of contemporary (including State and Federal curriculum directions) pedagogy and professional learning practices.
 
With the Principal, this position holds responsibility for learning and teaching and the development of both high expectations of students and staff, and a high-performance culture in the college measured through student engagement and student outcomes.

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Download File Deputy Principal Academic Studies- NCC.pdf

Work Requirements

  • Registration with the Queensland College of Teachers 
  • Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

  • Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
  • Fitness Passport Membership available
  • 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
  • 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave 
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program

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.

Applicants should note that as part of the hiring process a criminal history check and a bankruptcy check will be completed.

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.

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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