Leader - Head of Industrial Technologies ~ MacKillop Catholic College, Moun at Catholic Education - Cairns

Wrights Creek, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

137750.0

Posted On

18 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Educational Leadership, Curriculum Development, Pedagogy Implementation, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Partnership, Resource Administration, Interpersonal Relationships, Workplace Health And Safety, VET Curriculum Management, Classroom Management

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/1112/ProviderAsset/9b994347-7d5e-4a0d-a24e-41592072b615_medium.jpg] Applications are invited for a qualified and enthusiastic Leader - Head of Industrial Technologies to join the MacKillop Catholic College, Mount Peter team. Commencement Date: Term 3, 2026 - 13th July 2026 (negotiable) Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term Middle Leader Position - 3 years (This position holds a full-time, permanent substantive Teaching position) Salary Range: Commensurate with experience - Graduate $86,600 - Proficient 4 $107,988 FTE Gross per annum, plus applicable Middle Leader Tier 2 allowance $13,026 p.a OR Proficient 5 and above: $137,750 FTE Gross per annum Closing Date for Applications: 12.00pm, Friday 3rd July 2026 (unless filled prior) Please note that applications for this role may be reviewed and interviews conducted as received. This position may be filled prior to the closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity. MACKILLOP CATHOLIC COLLEGE, MOUNT PETER MacKillop Catholic College [https://www.mackillopcatholiccollege.qld.edu.au/], a master-planned Prep to Year 12 College located in the growing southern corridor of Cairns, was established in 2016 with Prep-Year 3 classes. The College has developed progressively, adding additional year levels annually, and commenced secondary education in 2020 with Year 7, and the first Year 12 cohort graduated in 2025. Guided by the authentic discipleship of Saint Mary MacKillop of the Cross, and the Josephite tradition, our mission, to inspire hearts, minds and spirits, is grounded in the vision to provide quality 21st century education to the young people in our community. ABOUT THE ROLE The role of the Leader – Head of Industrial Technologies (Years 7-12) is to support the mission of the College through leadership of the learning and teaching programs of the Industrial Technologies & VET curriculum, including the following subjects: * Design * Design & Technologies - Engineering Principles & Systems * Design & Technologies - Materials & Technologies * Engineering * Industrial Technology Skills * Certificate I & II in Construction * Certificate II in Engineering Pathways This involves: * Developing an appropriate curriculum in line with National, State and Diocesan requirements; * Ensuring that appropriate pedagogies are developed and implemented at all levels; * Monitoring the quality of student learning and the effectiveness of teacher practice through appropriate supervision; * Utilising thorough analysis of current data to inform decisions; * Building appropriate partnerships within and outside of the school; and * Prudently administering available resources. Middle Leaders are accountable to and under the direction of the College Principal. For further information, please download the Position Description Download File [https://static.pageuppeople.com/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif] 2026 - Middle Leader - Head of Industrial Technologies.pdf [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtQzMNe2CvJhe3u58s_VPYUJIIfIsIqRpAXkfhsrzb2jGSl2kkESTdCm6pfJdRWt77F54gdUzwHQja6gEwUnrErmeDfM5tVZJp4aCtAvvFuo7AuyJ6o6UW0E287umwhO2jSj-CStb9trPjDjpTZPS2mw%7e%7e] MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS * Formal qualifications at Degree level in Education * Registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers * Leadership experience: * * Demonstrated ability in educational leadership. * Demonstrated administrative ability. * Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships. * Willingness to achieve Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School and Accreditation to Teach Religion in a Catholic School (Teachers of Religious Education) * Willingness to support and participate in the prayer, liturgy and sacramental life of the Church in the school community * Capacity to understand and implement Duty of Care and Workplace Health and Safety requirements. * Current drivers licence * A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision, and ethos of Catholic Education * Promote child safety at all times WORK REQUIREMENTS * Be registered or eligible to be registered 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 * 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 * Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support * Access to Employee Assistance Program * Fitness Passport membership - providing access to multiple fitness facilities for one low price. 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 [https://careers.cns.catholic.edu.au/home]. Please note that applications will only be accepted when submitted via the Careers website. Enquiries: Jessica Russell - Human Resources Officer P: 4081 7600 E: hr.mountpeter@cns.catholic.edu.au [hr.mountpeter@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.

Responsibilities

Lead the learning and teaching programs for Industrial Technologies and VET curriculum for years 7-12. This includes developing curriculum, monitoring teacher practice, and managing resources to support the college's mission.