Contract Dates:  16 January 2027 - 11 January 2030

Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term Position (3 years)

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

Salary Range: Proficient 1 $90,831 - Proficient 4 $107,988 FTE gross per annum, plus Middle Leader Tier allowance $19,535 p.a  
OR 
Proficient 5 and above: $144,259 FTE gross per annum 

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm, Friday 11 September 2026

St Stephen's Catholic College

St Stephen's Catholic College is a Catholic co-educational secondary college offering a quality, educational experience for students from Years 7 to 12 on the Tablelands.  Established in 2006 under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Cairns, St Stephen's focuses on providing excellent opportunities for young people to achieve their personal best.

About the Role

Developing strategic vision for SCIENCE that fosters a culture of learning to improve student outcomes based on the College learning framework. Leading the development of best practice and implementation of innovative pedagogical approaches within the SCIENCE curriculum area that provide the best opportunity to enhance opportunities for all students to access personalised, enriched and challenging learning opportunities within the SCIENCE curriculum area.

For further information, please download the Position Description: Middle Leader Curriculum - Science.pdf

Mandatory Qualifications and Requirements

• Formal qualifications at Degree level in Education, Teaching or other relevant field
• Registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers
• A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision, and ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary 
• Fitness Passport memberships available
• 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

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

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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.

Enquires: 

Mr Gary Conwell, Principal
P:  0740862500
E:  ssm.principal@cns.catholic.edu.au