Job No: TCE5137

Commencement Date: 18 January 2027

Location: Burdekin Catholic High School, Ayr

Salary Range: $86,600 - $124,725 pending experience + Super + Middle Leader Allowance (Tier 1.2 = $9,768 per annum)

Incentives: ITASS

Burdekin Catholic High School, Ayr is seeking an experienced and dedicated Sports Program Middle Leader.

This is a full Time, permanent Teaching position with a 3 year fixed term appointment as a Sports Program Middle Leader,with the ability to teach HPE subjects.

The Sports Program Middle Leader supports the mission of Burdekin Catholilc High School, Ayr through leadership of specific academic, cultural, outreach, sporting or other defined programs offered to students and/or the school community. The successful applicant will demonstrate leadership in three dimensions: leadership of teaching and learning, human leadership and strategic leadership.

Guided by Catholic values, you’ll demonstrate authentic leadership that nurtures faith, compassion and community. Your ability to model integrity, foster relationships and create an inclusive, supportive environment will be key to the ongoing success of both students and staff.

To thrive in this role, you will be a registered teacher with the Queensland College of Teachers and bring extensive classroom experience, together with a deep understanding of the Australian Curriculum and QCAA requirements. You’ll pair that professional credibility with a proven ability to lead and mentor others, build collaborative teams and translate data into meaningful improvement. Most importantly, you’ll lead with integrity, model our Catholic ethos in practice, and be motivated by helping both students and staff flourish.

The Burdekin region is known for its relaxed lifestyle, strong community spirit and beautiful natural surrounds. Set between Townsville and Bowen,



the area is famous for its fertile farmland, friendly locals and connection to the land and sea. From quiet country towns to coastal escapes, the Burdekin offers a welcoming sense of belonging and the freedom to enjoy life at your own pace.

With tropical beaches, the Burdekin River and nearby fishing and boating spots all within easy reach, it’s a place where balance comes naturally - making it a rewarding region to live, work and build your future.

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 staff. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

For more information, please review the full position description.

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Applications close 12 October 2026.

About us

Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working workplace 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.

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re proud to offer a range of benefits designed to support you both professionally and personally:

- Competitive Salary
- Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading
- 12.75% Superannuation employer contribution
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
- Salary packaging options
- Up to 14 Weeks paid parental leave available to the primary carer, regardless of gender
- Deferred Salary Scheme
- …and a range of other great benefits!

📌 Sports Program Middle Leader (Ayr)
🏢 Townsville Catholic Education
📍 Ayr