Assistant Principal Curriculum - St Monica's College, Cairns
Assistant Principal Curriculum - St Monica's College, Cairns
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Job Description
Assistant Principal - Curriculum
Contract Dates: Term 1 2026 - 17 January 2026 to 17 January 2031
Employment Type: Full-Time Fixed Term 5 Year Leadership Position (this position holds a substantive full-time permanent teaching position within the Cairns Diocese)
Salary Range: Paid in accordance with the Senior Leadership Salary Scale: AP1 $149763 - AP3 $157119 gross per annum FTE
Closing Date for Applications: 6:00pm Sunday 13 July 2025
St Monicas College Cairns
The College is situated in the central business district of Cairns one block from the Cairns Esplanade. St Monicas 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 Monicas 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 Monicas College consistently achieve outstanding ATAR results and university entrance and completion rates.
About the Role
St Monicas College Cairns is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Principal - Curriculum
As part of the Leadership Team of the College the Assistant Principal - Curriculum is responsible for curriculum development and implementation for the College. The Assistant Principal - Curriculum works collaboratively with the Leadership Team and staff to promote the college as a centre of quality learning and teaching. They encourage a climate of excellence where students are engaged and empowered to develop their knowledge skills and capabilities and thus achieve their potential.
The Assistant Principal - Curriculum supports the Principal by bringing to the College a wide range of technological skills and latest educational research knowledge and capacities. The Assistant Principal - Curriculum supports the Curriculum Middle Leadership Team with innovative ways to plan and deliver curriculum ensuring that it meets Australian Curriculum and QCAA guidelines.
The following six domains outline the role of the Assistant Principal - Curriculum 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.
- FAITH LEADERSHIP
- To share in the essential Mission of the Church as a leader within the school Faith community
- EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
- To support leading learning and teaching as the Assistant Principal Curriculum
- STAFF LEADERSHIP
- To develop self and others as the Assistant Principal Curriculum
- ORGANISATIONAL LEADERSHIP
- To support the Principal in the management of the school as the Assistant Principal Curriculum
- COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
- To engage and work with the community as the Assistant Principal - Curriculum
- STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
- To support the Principal in improvement innovation and change as the Assistant Principal - Curriculum
Mandatory Qualifications and Requirements
- Participation in and commitment to the sacramental life of the Church.
- Understanding and commitment to education in the Catholic tradition.
- Professional qualifications in Education and Religion as per Queensland Catholic Education Commission Position Statement for Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in Queensland.
- Leadership experience:
- Demonstrated ability in religious and education leadership
- Demonstrated administrative ability
- Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships
- Written and verbal communication skills of a high order
- Skills for building community including facilitation delegation and consultation
- Professional qualifications in Education Bachelor of Education
- Minimum of 5 years classroom experience
- A post graduate qualification in Education
- Involvement in professional associations
- Capacity for leadership within a school
- Registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers
- Current drivers licence
- A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives vision and ethos of Catholic Education
For further information about the role and responsibilities please refer to the Position Description Assistant Principal Curriculum - PosD St Monicas
What we offer
- Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
- Access to additional 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
- 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.
Enquiries:
Principal
Leanne Webster
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Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
