Newman Catholic College is seeking applications for a Religious Education Coordinator to join their expanding staff for 2026.
Commencement Date: 19January 2026
Employment Type:Full Time Permanent
Salary Range:Graduate $86660 to Lead Teacher $147048 FTE gross per annum Middle Leader Allowance $9773 gross per annum (Tier 1C)
Closing Date for Applications: 3.00pm Friday 5 December 2025
Newman Catholic College co-located on James Cook University site Smithfield is Cairns Catholic Educations 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.
Under the direction of the Leader: Liturgy Spirituality and Faith Formation the role of the Coordinator: Religious Education is to support the mission of the College through coordination of the learning and teaching program in Religious Education from Years 7 to 10 so that as a Catholic community we educate all to live the gospel of Jesus Christ as successful creative and confident active and informed learners empowered to shape and enrich our world. This involves developing and implementing effective curriculum practices and programs which seek to provide opportunities for the positive academic progression of all students and coordinating the efforts of staff in students holistic growth.
For further information about the role please download the Position DescriptionReligious Education Coordinator
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