St Catherine's Catholic College, The Whitsundays is a Prep to Year 12 co-educational college, established by the Sisters of Mercy in 1925. The College has vibrant, modern and innovative facilities that create inspired learning spaces for students both within the classroom and outside, allowing teachers to use the right strategies at the right time for their classes.

About the role

St Catherine's Catholic College, The Whitsundays is is seeking an experienced and dedicated Assistant Principal - Religious Education- Secondary position. This role commences January, 2026 and concludes 26 June 2026.

The Assistant Principal - Religious Education (APRE- Secondary ) provides effective professional leadership by developing and nurturing the Catholic tradition and Religious Life of the School and the coordination of Religious Education.

The purpose of the APRE is to exercise leadership and assist with the management of the school in accordance with Catholic Education policies and in consultation with other personnel as appropriate and with due reference to Catholic Education structures, processes and practices. The APRE is responsible for the supervision of those areas as delegated by the Principal and as designated in his/her duty statement which should be reviewed annually.

We are seeking an inspiring and dedicated teacher to lead and deliver high-quality Religious Education (RE) across the Secondary phase, with a particular focus on both classroom teaching and the strategic leadership of RE and Catholic Identity (CI). The ideal candidate will be passionate about fostering thoughtful dialogue, critical thinking, and inclusive practices, while shaping a curriculum that supports students' personal, spiritual, and moral development. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to whole-school culture and lead initiatives that champion diversity, identity, and a strong values-based education.

To join this vibrant school community, you'll need

To be able to work as a member of a committed team of professional teachers, dedicated to providing quality teaching and learning in partnership with the parent community

To have an understanding of contemporary pedagogy and the ability to differentiate, and provide for, a diverse range of abilities

To have an ability to collaborate and work positively as part of a professional learning community

To have a willingness to change and develop instructional strategies to increase student growth and achievement

Key leadership qualities and capabilities

Promotes the Catholic vision in the school's goals, policies, programs and structures

Baptised Catholic who demonstrates a commitment to the Catholic faith both at school and in parish

Displays confidence, curiosity, enthusiasm and optimism

Displays emotional intelligence in working with individuals and groups

Builds an inclusive, trusting community and cultivates productive working relationships

Is an effective coach, able to respond clearly and provide and receive constructive feedback.

Mandatory Criteria/Professional Registration/Other

Appropriate Tertiary qualification with registration or eligibility for registration with Queensland College of Teachers

Postgraduate qualification for a position of senior leadership in Catholic schools, which includes attainment of/commitment to the completion of a minimum of 8 semester units of postgraduate study in Religious Education, Scripture, Theology, Catholic Ethos from an Australian Catholic university or institution.

Full accreditation to teach in a Catholic School and accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school

The capacity to enact leadership focused on living and sharing the Catholic faith, the Mission of the Church and the Catholic school ethos, with the intention of influencing and enriching the lives of students, staff and other members of the school community.

Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.

Current Driver’s Licence

Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville

Desirable Criteria

Five years of successful teaching experience, preferably across a range of year-levels

Masters or other post graduate qualification in Theology, Religious Education or Educational Leadership

Can show evidence of educational, pastoral, theological and managerial aspects of school leadership.

For detailed information about the role, please refer to the Teacher Position Description and Assistant Principal - Religious Education role.

What we offer

Competitive salary

Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary

Modern facilities, equipment and resources

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

Deferred Salary Scheme

Access to corporate health schemes

Professional learning programs

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Leadership development opportunities

Firm lifelong teacher networks

Wellbeing programs and initiatives.

Our Organisation

Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission. Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

How to apply

Click on the link to apply via the Careers page.