Highfields, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD
Teaching - Secondary (Education & Training)
Fixed term | From 20 January 2025 to 18 January 2026 Filling the position of an employee taking parental leave About the school Mary MacKillop Catholic College is a flourishing Catholic educational community in one of the fastest growing areas in Queensland. With state of the art primary and secondary facilities, the College is an exciting and rewarding place for staff, students and their families. Their highly qualified, passionate and experienced staff have created a place of aspiration, compassion and care where they engage minds, ignite hearts and serve others – enabling students to take ownership of their learning and contribute to the wellbeing of their community.
The opportunity As a Pastoral Leader, you will work in collaboration with the Principal and other school leaders to continue to develop and monitor teaching and learning programs and support teachers to implement these programs in their classrooms.
You will assist the Principal by:
providing leadership and coordination in a specific area of delegated responsibility emphasising the centrality of teaching and learning in the life and work of the school providing leadership in any other areas delegated by the Principal Joining a network of 32 schools and the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office, professional growth opportunities abound. Mary MacKillop Catholic College and Toowoomba Catholic Schools are invested in the formation and growth of their people, with regular and ongoing professional development and capacity building a focus for all staff.
As a valued member of the College, you will have access to system and College induction, annual Staff Development Programs and be a part of a professional network from across the Toowoomba Diocese. Collaborating and working hand in hand with an engaging and inspiring principal and a committed leadership team, your experience and expertise will enhance the well-established identity of the College.
The community you will be joining Just a scenic 20-minute drive from the Toowoomba CBD, Highfields is a rapidly expanding suburb, equipped with all amenities including supermarkets, doctor surgeries, pharmacies and dental practices. With breathtaking mountain and rural views and excellent sporting facilities, Highfields is the ideal place to live and work. Beautiful parks, delightful walking tracks and a historical village also make this a lovely spot to spend time exploring.
How to apply Please address your application to Principal, Chris Gabbett.
Click 'apply' to submit and include:
a written response, of no more than two pages, highlighting your demonstrated experience and relevant skills as they relate to the Key Result Areas in the Role Description your resume, to include the names of two professional referees (one must be your current Principal). Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date. For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website.
Employment will be in accordance with the Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland 2023-2026.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Secondary Teacher? Do you have current teacher's registration in Australia? Are you a current or former employee of Toowoomba Catholic Schools? How did you find out about this opportunity? #J-18808-Ljbffr